OBD-II code · generic
P048A
Exhaust Pressure Control Valve A Stuck Closed
- System
- P0 — Powertrain (generic)
- Severity
- High (4/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Stop driving
What does P048A mean?
P048A is defined as “Exhaust Pressure Control Valve A Stuck Closed”.
Stop when it is safe and don’t drive on; have the car towed to a shop.
Related codes
- P048BExhaust Pressure Control Valve A Position Sensor/Switch Circuit
- P048CExhaust Pressure Control Valve A Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance
- P048DExhaust Pressure Control Valve A Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Low
- P048EExhaust Pressure Control Valve A Position Sensor/Switch Circuit High
- P048FExhaust Pressure Control Valve A Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P0491Secondary Air Injection System Insufficient Flow
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