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PowertrainP3199

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Engine temperature sensor constant

14 brands affected · Description from BMW data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

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

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 14

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BMWP3199Engine temperature sensor constant BrandPowertrain
CheryP3199Control Circuit for Intake Manifold Runner (Bank2): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3199No description available Powertrain
DFXKP3199Control Circuit for Intake Manifold Runner (Bank2): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3199Cell low voltage BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3199Control Circuit for Intake Manifold Runner (Bank2): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP3199No description available Powertrain
HoldenP3199No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP3199Cell low voltage BrandPowertrain
OpelP3199No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP3199No description available Powertrain
ProtonP3199Cell low voltage BrandPowertrain
SaabP3199No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP3199Cell low voltage [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.

5Related codes

  • P3190 Engine not ready
  • P3191 Engine does not start
  • P3192 Cell low voltage [114]
  • P3193 Intake Manifold Runner Control: Open Stop outside of Valid Range
  • P3194 Mass Air Flow Sensor 3 (G456): Signal Too Low
  • P3195 Cell low voltage [117]
  • P3196 Cell low voltage [118]
  • P3197 Cell low voltage [119]
  • P3198 Cell low voltage [120]
  • P319A Cell low voltage
  • P319B Cell low voltage
  • P319C Cell low voltage

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