PowertrainP246C
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Particulate filter restriction - forced limited power bank 1
Key terms: DPF: diesel particulate filter, which traps soot · 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 25
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P246C | Torque decrease due to DPF protection Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P246C | Sekatan penapis zarah - kuasa terhad dipaksa bank 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P246C | DTC latched Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Opel | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P246C | Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Brand | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Tata | P246C | No description available | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P246C | Particulate filter restriction - forced limited power bank 1 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 1
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P246C and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P246C00 | Function of the diesel or gasoline particulate filter (cylinder bank 1) is restricted. Brand | Powertrain |
6Related codes
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