PowertrainP253F
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Engine oil deteriorated
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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
Stop the engine as soon as it is safe and do not drive until it has been checked. Low oil pressure or a low oil level can destroy the engine within minutes.
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 24
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P253F | No description available | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P253F | Low Oil quality Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P253F | Minyak mesin rusak Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P253F | Engine Oil Life Exceeded Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P253F | This Adjustment is used when detected DTC P109A or Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P253F | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P253F | Engine oil deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P253F | No description available | Powertrain |
| Proton | P253F | This Adjustment is used when detected DTC P109A or Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P253F | Engine Oil Deteriorated Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P253F | Engine oil deteriorated 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.
5Related codes
Browse Pxxx codes or P253xx codes.