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PowertrainP3256

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Hybrid/EV battery charge detection circuit performance

16 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 16

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP3256Oxygen sensor B1 S1: Heating Circuit Regulation at Lower Limit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3256No description available Powertrain
DaihatsuP3256A/F sensor B2S1- voltage BrandPowertrain
DFXKP3256Oxygen Sensor B1 S1: Heating Circuit Regulation at Lower Limit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3256Module ardteocht BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3256Oxygen Sensor B1 S1: Heating Circuit Regulation at Lower Limit BrandPowertrain
GMP3256No description available Powertrain
HoldenP3256Hybrid/EV Battery Charge Detection Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP3256No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP3256Module high temperature BrandPowertrain
OpelP3256No description available Powertrain
PeroduaP3256A/F sensor B2S1- voltage BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP3256No description available Powertrain
ProtonP3256Module high temperature BrandPowertrain
SaabP3256No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP3256Hybrid/EV battery charge detection circuit performance 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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