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PowertrainP2412

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit intermittent/erratic

23 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2412No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2412No description available Powertrain
BYDP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
CheryP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2412Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit intermittent/erratic BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
GMP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2412No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2412No description available Powertrain
SaabP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
SmartP2412No description available Powertrain
TataP2412Fuel Cap Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2412Fuel cap sensor/switch circuit intermittent/erratic BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2412SAE: Fuel Cap Sensor Switch Circuit: Intermittent Erratic 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.

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