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OBD-II Trouble Codes: Meaning & Fixes

OBD-II trouble codes are five-character codes stored by your vehicle's computers when a monitored system goes out of range. Browse them by system (P, B, C, U), by sub-system or by the symptom you notice. Each code page explains what the code means, how serious it is, whether you can keep driving, the likely causes in order, how to diagnose it and what repairs typically cost.

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16%High or critical
18%DIY-friendly
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P175D Volkswagen · Powertrain The DSG computer saw clutch 1 let go while it was supposed to stay engaged, so it cut… High P1778 Nissan · Powertrain The Jatco CVT's step motor is being commanded, but the pulley ratio isn't following it as it… High P17F0 Nissan · Powertrain The TCM detected judder it blames on the CVT itself, usually belt or pulley slip inside… High P17F1 Nissan · Powertrain The TCM caught a judder event it links to the CVT's control valve (valve body), not yet to belt… Moderate P1E00 Chevrolet · Powertrain Volt/Bolt pointer code: the hybrid/EV controller found a fault and asked for the check engine… Moderate P2002 Powertrain The ECU thinks the diesel particulate filter isn't trapping soot properly — or it can't measure… Moderate P2006 Powertrain The intake swirl or runner flaps stay shut when the ECU wants them open, choking airflow… Moderate P204F Powertrain The DEF/SCR system isn't cutting NOx the way it should; ignored, it leads to a severe speed… Moderate P207F Powertrain The ECM thinks the DEF in the tank is too weak or contaminated, often right after a refill. Moderate P20E8 Powertrain The DEF pump can't build or hold enough pressure; suspect a leak, frozen line, clogged filter… Moderate P20EE Powertrain The SCR catalyst isn't removing enough NOx; DEF quality, dosing, a NOx sensor or the catalyst… Moderate P2100 Powertrain The computer can't push current through the throttle motor – the circuit to the throttle body… High P2101 Powertrain The throttle plate isn't reaching the position the computer asks for, fast enough or accurately… Moderate P2102 Powertrain Too little current or voltage reaches the throttle motor – usually resistance in the feed, not… Moderate P2103 Powertrain The throttle motor circuit draws too much current – a short, a shorted motor or a plate that… Moderate P2104 Powertrain A fail-safe has locked the engine at idle and the gas pedal no longer works – another code… High P2105 Powertrain The engine computer shut the engine off on purpose because it could no longer control… Critical P2106 Powertrain Reduced-power limp mode: the PCM caught a throttle or pedal fault – look for the companion code. Moderate P2107 Powertrain The processor supervising the electronic throttle failed its self-check – a computer fault, not… High P2108 Powertrain The throttle control module isn't performing as expected – check its power, data link… Moderate P2110 Powertrain The PCM is capping engine speed with fuel cut-off because it can't fully trust or close… Moderate P2111 Powertrain The throttle plate stayed more open than commanded – a real safety concern until you know why. High P2112 Powertrain The PCM asked the throttle to open, but it stayed shut – the engine can't get air, so it bogs… High P2118 Powertrain The throttle motor is drawing more or less current than the PCM expects to hold the plate where… Moderate P2119 Powertrain The throttle plate isn't reaching the position the PCM commands, or won't spring back to its… Moderate P2120 Powertrain The PCM lost a usable signal from the main gas pedal sensor, often only for a moment. Moderate P2121 Powertrain The main gas pedal signal stays within normal voltage but moves in a way a real pedal can't. Moderate P2122 Powertrain The main gas pedal sensor reads close to 0 volts, below anything a working pedal produces… Moderate P2123 Powertrain The main gas pedal sensor reads near its full 5-volt supply or higher, even with your foot off… Moderate P2125 Powertrain The PCM lost a valid signal from the second, cross-check sensor in the gas pedal. Moderate

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