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PowertrainP251D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

PTO engine shutdown circuit/open

19 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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP251DNo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
BYDP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
CheryP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DaewooP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFSP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFXP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFXKP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP251DPTO krog izklopa motorja/odprt BrandPowertrain
GeelyP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
GMP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
Great WallP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HafeiP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP251DNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP251DNo description available Powertrain
SaabP251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P251DPTO Engine Shutdown Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP251DPTO engine shutdown circuit/open 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.

5Related codes

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