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PowertrainP2408

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit

27 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2408Pressure Sensor. Gas Tank. The Supply Voltage Is Too Low BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2408No description available Powertrain
BYDP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2408Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2408No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP2408Fuel tank cap sensor signal BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2408No description available Powertrain
ProtonP2408Fuel tank cap sensor signal BrandPowertrain
SaabP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
SmartP2408No description available Powertrain
SprinterP2408No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP2408Fuel Cap Sensor / Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP2408Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2408Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2408SAE: Fuel Cap Sensor Switch 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 P2408 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP240800CAN: no minimum engine torque signal BrandPowertrain

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