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PowertrainP283A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift fork 'B' position circuit intermittent

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 CVP283ACylinder 11. Combustion Control Ionic Module. (Electric Current.) BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
BYDP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
CheryP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DaewooP283ANo description available Powertrain
DFFSP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DFFXP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
DFXKP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
EOBDP283APrijelazni krug položaja vilice 'B' BrandPowertrain
GeelyP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
GMP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
Great WallP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
HafeiP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
HoldenP283ANo description available Powertrain
HyundaiP283ANo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
OpelP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP283ANo description available Powertrain
SaabP283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P283AShift Fork 'B' Position Circuit Intermittent BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP283AShift fork 'B' position circuit intermittent 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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