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PowertrainP3291

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

reference voltage: open circuit

15 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP3291Linear oxygen sensor B4 S1: Reference Voltage: Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3291No description available Powertrain
DFXKP3291Linear Oxygen Sensor B4 S1: Reference Voltage: Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3291Module suhu rendah BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3291Linear Oxygen Sensor B4 S1: Reference Voltage: Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP3291No description available Powertrain
Great WallP3291Injector1#fuel injection pulse width drift correction exceeded upper limit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP3291No description available Powertrain
HondaP3291No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP3291Module low temperature BrandPowertrain
OpelP3291No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP3291No description available Powertrain
ProtonP3291Module low temperature BrandPowertrain
SaabP3291No description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP3291reference voltage: open circuit 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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