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PowertrainP279F

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Four-wheel drive (4WD) range signal circuit low

21 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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP279FNo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP279FNo description available Powertrain
DFFSP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP279FFirehjulstræk (4WD) områdesignalkreds lav BrandPowertrain
GeelyP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP279FNo description available Powertrain
HyundaiP279FNo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
OpelP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP279FNo description available Powertrain
SaabP279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P279FFour Wheel Drive (4WD) Range Signal Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP279FFour-wheel drive (4WD) range signal circuit low 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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