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PowertrainP2842

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift fork 'D' position circuit low

23 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2842No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2842No description available Powertrain
DFFSP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2842Shift fork 'D' position circuit low BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
GMP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2842Shift Fork 4 Position Sensor Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP2842No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP2842No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
OpelP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2842No description available Powertrain
ProtonP2842No description available Powertrain
SaabP2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2842Shift Fork 'D' Position Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2842Shift fork 'D' position 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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