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PowertrainP3109

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Cell resistance difference [121]

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
CheryP3109Valve for Pump-Jet Cylinder 7 (N303): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3109No description available Powertrain
DaihatsuP3109Collision judgment signal error (AB-HEV) signal validity error BrandPowertrain
DFXKP3109Valve for Pump-Jet Cylinder 7 (N303): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3109Pam/injektor silinder 7 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3109Valve for Pump-Jet Cylinder 7 (N303): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
GMP3109No description available Powertrain
HoldenP3109No description available Powertrain
HondaP3109No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP3109No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP3109Cell internal resistance BrandPowertrain
OpelP3109No description available Powertrain
PeroduaP3109Collision judgment signal error (AB-HEV) signal validity error BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP3109No description available Powertrain
ProtonP3109Cell internal resistance BrandPowertrain
SaabP3109No description available Powertrain
TataP3109No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP3109Cell resistance difference [121] 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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