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PowertrainP28C7

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Clutch motor phase drive performance failure

10 brands affected · Description from DFFS 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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP28C7No description available Powertrain
DaewooP28C7No description available Powertrain
DFFSP28C7Clutch motor phase drive performance failure BrandPowertrain
EOBDP28C7Kobling 'A' motorfase U-V-W ytelse BrandPowertrain
GMP28C7No description available Powertrain
HoldenP28C7Odd Gear Clutch Motor Phase U-V-W Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP28C7No description available Powertrain
OpelP28C7No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP28C7No description available Powertrain
SaabP28C7No description available Powertrain

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.

5Extended variant codes 7

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P28C7 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP28C702Cluth actuator bridge driver SPI communication error detected. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C709Phases U-V-W of clutch actuator 1 have a malfunction. There is a component fault. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C713Cluth control actuator phase open circut BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C716Phases U-V-W of clutch actuator 1 have a malfunction. The limit value for electrical voltage has not been attained. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C764Cluth actuator phase current plausibility fault BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C777Phases U-V-W of clutch actuator 1 have a malfunction. The commanded position cannot be reached. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP28C7A2Phases U-V-W of clutch actuator 1 have a malfunction. The system voltage is too low. BrandPowertrain

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