P0192 Diagnostic Trouble Code

P0192 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic P-Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a P0192 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Vacuum leak on the engine
Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels
Engine surge
Rich or lean exhaust

Possible Causes :

The Mass Airflow sensor will also cause this problem. Mass Airflow circuit malfunction.
Fuel with a large percentage of sulfur will clog the DPF quickly
Rarely - faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM-programming required after replacement)

Repair Processes :

Find out what kind of system you have and verify that voltage to the fuel level sensor is present at the fuel pump wiring harness. Check to make sure they are not burnt or corroded. If in doubt, get some Electrical Contact cleaner at any parts store if cleaning of the terminals is needed.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code P0192 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before P0192.

Fortunately, P0192 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

P0192 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

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P0192 Austin 3-litre Autolamp Delay Circuit Open
P0192 Chevrolet Malibu 7 EEPROM Malfunction
P0192 Skoda Favorit Kickdown Pull Relay Open or Short Circuit to Ground
P0192 Chevrolet Montana EGI Mini - MAF Failed Out Of Range