PowertrainP258C

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Vacuum pump control circuit voltage is low

24 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

Safety: This code relates to the braking system or brake assist. Braking may be affected.

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?

Serious · drive with care

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 24

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P258C	Shift Solenoid D Stuck On Brand	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P258C	No description available	Powertrain
DFFS	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P258C	Vakuumpump styrkrets 'A' låg Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
GM	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P258C	Vacuum Pump Relay Control Circuit Low Voltage Brand	Powertrain
Hyundai	P258C	No description available	Powertrain
Land Rover	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit 'A' Low Brand	Powertrain
Maserati	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P258C	No description available	Powertrain
Opel	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P258C	No description available	Powertrain
Saab	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Suzuki	P258C	Vacuum Pump Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P258C	Vacuum pump control circuit voltage is low 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.

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