PowertrainP258A
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Vacuum pump control circuit open circuit
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?
Have it checked immediately: brakes or brake assistance may be affected. Do not drive if the pedal feels soft or hard, the car pulls when braking, or the brake warning light is on.
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 26
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| BYD | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P258A | Under status, open load Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P258A | Vakuumpump styrkrets 'A'/öppen Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P258A | Vacuum Pump Relay Control Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit 'A'/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P258A | Electric Vacuum Pump Circuit Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| Opel | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P258A | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit/Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P258A | Vacuum Pump Control Circuit / Open Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P258A | Vacuum pump control circuit open circuit 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 6
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P258A and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P258A00 | OBD relevant DTC in RBS. For detailed information read Fault Memory of RBS Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258A24 | The actuation of the vacuum pump of the brake system has an electrical fault or an open circuit. Signal Stuck High Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258AEC | Bauteil 'M56 (Unterdruckpumpe)' prfen. Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258AED | Bauteil 'M56 (Unterdruckpumpe)' prfen. Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258AEE | Bauteil 'M56 (Unterdruckpumpe)' prfen. Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P258AFC | Electrical vaccum pump (EVP) feedback signal is above upper threshold during initialization Brand | Powertrain |
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