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PowertrainP2401

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to negative or open circuit

33 brands affected · Description from BMW data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 33

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2401No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2401No description available Powertrain
BMWP2401Short circuit to negative or open circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP2401SAE: Evap System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit: Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2401SAE: Evap System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit: Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2401EVAP-systeem lekdetectiepomp regelcircuit laag BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2401SAE: Evap System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit: Low BrandPowertrain
GMP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2401Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP2401No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP2401No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2401No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP2401Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system leak detection pump control circuit low BrandPowertrain
OpelP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2401No description available Powertrain
PorscheP2401No description available Powertrain
ProtonP2401No description available Powertrain
SaabP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
SmartP2401No description available Powertrain
SprinterP2401No description available Powertrain
SubaruP2401No description available Powertrain
SWM MotorP2401fuel leakage diagnosis module (DMTL) valve body control circuit low voltage fault BrandPowertrain
TataP2401Evaporative Emission System Leak Detection Pump Control Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2401Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) System Leak Detection Pump Control Loop Voltage Low BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2401EVAP leak detection pump control circuit: short to GND; Open circuit BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P2401 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP240100CAN: faulty rear LH wheel speed sensor signal BrandPowertrain

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