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PowertrainP3457

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open

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 CVP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
BYDP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
CheryP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DaewooP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation Solenoid Valve Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFSP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFFXP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
DFXKP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP3457Krog upravljanja izklopa valja 8 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
GMP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
Great WallP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HafeiP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
HoldenP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation Solenoid Valve Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit / Open BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
OpelP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open SAEPowertrain
SaabP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
TataP3457Cylinder 8 Deactivation/Intake Valve Control Circuit/Open BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP3457Cylinder 8 deactivation/intake valve control circuit/open BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP3457SAE: Cylinder 8 Deactivation Intake Valve Control Circuit Open 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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