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PowertrainP2851

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift fork position sensor 'A'/'B' correlation

18 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 18

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2851No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
BYDP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
CheryP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2851Schakelvorkpositiesensor 'A'/'B'-correlatie BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
GMP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2851No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2851No description available Powertrain
SaabP2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2851Shift Fork Position Sensor 'A'/'B' Correlation BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2851Shift fork position sensor 'A'/'B' correlation 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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