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PowertrainP254F

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Front hood cover switch failure

25 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP254FNo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP254FHood switch circuit open BrandPowertrain
DFFXP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP254FLitar suis kap enjin BrandPowertrain
GeelyP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP254FNo description available Powertrain
IsuzuP254FNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP254FEngine hood switch - circuit open BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP254FEngine hood switch circuit BrandPowertrain
OpelP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP254FNo description available Powertrain
SaabP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP254FEngine Hood Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP254FFront hood cover switch failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP254FEngine hood switch circuit: electrical malfunction 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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