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PowertrainP25A2

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Brake system control module 'A' requested MIL illumination

13 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

  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?

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 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP25A2No description available Powertrain
DaewooP25A2No description available Powertrain
EOBDP25A2Bremsestyringsmodul 'A' har bedt om MIL-lys BrandPowertrain
GMP25A2No description available Powertrain
HoldenP25A2Brake System Control Module 1 Requested MIL Illumination BrandPowertrain
HondaP25A2No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP25A2No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP25A2Brake System Control Module 'A' Requested MIL Illumination BrandPowertrain
OpelP25A2No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP25A2No description available Powertrain
ProtonP25A2No description available Powertrain
SaabP25A2No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP25A2Brake system control module 'A' requested MIL illumination 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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