PowertrainP242C
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Exhaust gas temperature sensor circuit low bank 1 sensor 3
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 1: the side of the engine containing cylinder 1 · 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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
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 32
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P242C | Malfunction In Primary/Secondary Circuit Of Ignition Coil 'L'. Low Signal Brand | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P242C | Avgastemperaturgivarkrets låg bank 1 givare 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Geely | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 3 Circuit Low Voltage Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P242C | Exhaust gas temperature sensor - circuit low Brand | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low - Bank1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P242C | DPF temperature sensor low Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Opel | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Proton | P242C | DPF temperature sensor low Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P242C | Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Low - Bank1 Sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P242C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P242C | Exhaust gas temperature sensor circuit low bank 1 sensor 3 Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P242C | B1 S3: short to ground; Defective Brand | Powertrain |
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 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P242C and may be reported by some scan tools.
6Related codes
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