OBD-II code lookup
Enter the code your scanner or parts store read. You'll get what it means and, for common codes, the likely causes, a typical repair cost and whether it's safe to keep driving. Covers 16,109 generic and manufacturer codes.
Most common check-engine codes
Ignition
P0300Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire DetectedP0301Cylinder 1 Misfire DetectedP0302Cylinder 2 Misfire DetectedP0303Cylinder 3 Misfire DetectedP0304Cylinder 4 Misfire DetectedP0305Cylinder 5 Misfire DetectedP0306Cylinder 6 Misfire DetectedP0011A Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1P0016Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor A
Emissions
P0420Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1P0430Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 2P0440EVAP SystemP0442EVAP System Leak Detected (small leak)P0455EVAP System Leak Detected - Large LeakP0456EVAP System Leak Detected (very small leak)P0401EGR A Flow Insufficient DetectedP0411AIR System A Incorrect Flow DetectedP0133O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 1 Sensor 1
Electrical/Circuits
P0135O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 1P0141O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 2P0325Knock/Combustion Vibration Sensor A CircuitP0335Crankshaft Position Sensor A CircuitP0340Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Bank 1 or Single SensorP0500Vehicle Speed Sensor A CircuitP0562System Voltage Low
Intake Air/Vacuum
Transmission/Drivetrain
Fuel Delivery
Network/Communication
ABS/Stability Control
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