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PowertrainP3406

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance

24 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP3406Fuel Metering Pump. Short Circuit To Ground BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance SAEPowertrain
BYDP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
CheryP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFSP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
DFFXP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
DFXKP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3406Sylinder 1 eksosventilkontrolytelse BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
GMP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
Great WallP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
HafeiP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance SAEPowertrain
PeugeotP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance SAEPowertrain
SaabP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance BrandPowertrain
SprinterP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit Performance SAEPowertrain
TataP3406Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Performance BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP3406Cylinder 1 exhaust valve control circuit performance BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP3406SAE: Cylinder 1 Exhaust Valve Control Circuit: Range 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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