Check engine light on: Codes, Causes & Fixes
A steady check engine light means the engine computer has stored a fault that affects emissions or engine management. In most cases you can keep driving normally for now, but have the code read soon – many auto parts stores and any OBD-II scanner can do this. If the light came on right after refueling, check that the gas cap is tight; loose caps are a classic trigger for EVAP codes.
558Codes
2.7Average severity
12%High or critical
18%DIY-friendly
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P0174
Powertrain
The cylinder bank without cylinder 1 is running lean even with the maximum fuel correction…
Moderate
P0420
Powertrain
The bank 1 catalytic converter no longer stores enough oxygen to clean the exhaust properly.
Low
P0101
Powertrain
The MAF sensor's airflow reading doesn't match what the engine computer expects…
Low
P0113
Powertrain
The intake air temperature signal is stuck at maximum voltage, which usually means an open…
Low
P0135
Powertrain
The heater inside the upstream oxygen sensor on bank 1 isn't working or its circuit is faulty.
Low
P0171
Powertrain
The engine computer is adding the maximum extra fuel it's allowed on bank 1 and still sees…
Moderate
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P2002
Powertrain
The ECU thinks the diesel particulate filter isn't trapping soot properly — or it can't measure…
Moderate
P2004
Powertrain
The intake runner or tumble flaps stay open when told to close, usually a vacuum or linkage…
Low
P2006
Powertrain
The intake swirl or runner flaps stay shut when the ECU wants them open, choking airflow…
Moderate
P2009
Powertrain
The runner or tumble flap solenoid circuit reads too low: a short to ground, an open coil…
Low
P200A
Powertrain
The ECU switched the intake runner flaps but the system didn't respond the way it should.
Low
P2015
Powertrain
The sensor on the intake manifold flaps reports a position that doesn't match what the ECU…
Low
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
P2096
Powertrain
The sensor behind the catalytic converter keeps reporting lean, and the ECU has run out of room…
Low
P2097
Powertrain
The sensor behind the converter keeps seeing rich exhaust, and the ECU can't lean the mixture…
Low
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
P2109
Powertrain
The closed-throttle reading no longer matches what the computer learned – usually carbon…
Low
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