Check P0229 Fault Code
When you check engine light came on code P0229 the reason should be Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light). However your vehicle's manufacturer may have a different definition for the P0229 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code. So you should chech it on our car models.
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Parts or components should not be replaced with reference to only a P0229 DTC. The vehicle service manual should be consulted for more information on possible causes of the fault, along with required testing. |
P0229 Possible Fix :
The engine relies on the glow plugs to generate heat to help with the combustion cycle. Some engines only use the glow plugs when cold but others will allow the glow plugs to work when the ECU (vehicle's computer) needs them to be on to help with combustion. Problems in this area will cause diesel engine starting problems, uneven running and white smoke when the engine is cold.
P0229 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code DescriptionP0229 OBD-II Trouble Code Electric Throttle Control Actuator consists of throttle control motor, throttle position sensor (Reason For P0229 CodeThe reason of P0229 OBD-II Fault Code Check is P0229 Throttle/Petal Position Sensor/Switch C Circuit Intermittent. |
P0229 Solution:
The firing order is an important part of the overall design of the engine and is determined during the design of the engine to eliminate as much engine vibration as possible. If the firing order is changed or adjusted, the ignition from the spark plug is delivered at the wrong time and the engine functions poorly or does not run. The firing order for a particular engine is typically found in the repair manual specific to that model.
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What does fault code P0229 mean ?
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How to Clear P0229 Trouble Code
An OBD 2 scanner is the best and safest way to erase a DTC from your car's system. This scanner communicates with the car's computer and instructs the computer to erase the code. It does not change or tweak the settings from inside the car or its systems.