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PowertrainP3050

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Starter relay 2: electr. malfunction in circuit (relay stuck / Does not switch); Implausible signal

23 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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
BAIC MotorP3050Power Train state relay R2 stick error BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP3050No description available Powertrain
CheryP3050Start relay fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3050No description available Powertrain
DFFSP3050Fault: the drive chain status relay R2 unable to disconnected BrandPowertrain
DFFXP3050Starting relay failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP3050Starter Relay 2 Electr. Malfunction in Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3050Startrelä 2 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3050Powertrain status relay R2 (PT state relay) disengaged failed BrandPowertrain
GMP3050No description available Powertrain
HoldenP3050Hybrid/EV Battery Interface Control Module 13 Voltage Sensor Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP3050No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP3050Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor 2 - Performance Low BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP3050Each Cell VOLT. difference BrandPowertrain
OpelP3050No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP3050No description available Powertrain
PorscheP3050No description available Powertrain
ProtonP3050Each Cell VOLT. difference BrandPowertrain
SaabP3050No description available Powertrain
SmartP3050No description available Powertrain
SprinterP3050No description available Powertrain
TataP3050No description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP3050Starter relay 2: electr. malfunction in circuit (relay stuck / Does not switch); Implausible signal 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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