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P2270

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

Reference meaning

What does this code mean?

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Manufacturer wording

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Manufacturer communications

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Original wording in English

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A25-006 ↗

HONDA

"Service Bulletin - Burning oil smell from under hood and/or MIL comes on with DTC P2096 and/or P2270 due to possible porosity in the cylinder head cover bolt hole may cause oil to weep out onto Bank 1 (Rear Cylinder Head) catalytic converter and oxygen sensor. Some cases will turn on the MIL, setting DTC P2096 and/or P2270."

VOLVO

This is a Technical Journal: Check engine lamp and DTC - ECM P227000

SA-004-19 ↗

MAZDA

Some customers may complain of a check engine light on while driving the vehicle. If DTCs P2A04:00, P2272:00 and/or other DTCs are found during diagnosis, follow the repair procedure below. P2A04:00 - HO2S (LH) circuit range/performance, P2272:00 - HO2S (LH) signal stuck lean, P2270:00 - HO2S (RH) signal stuck lean, P2A01:00 - H…

11-170-16 ↗

SUBARU

2.0L DIT Models only. This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM. These files will address a customer concern of the Check Engine Light illuminating as a result of DTC P2270 being stored in the ECM.

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MakeModelModel year
ChevroletSILVERADO 1500 ↗2013
ChevroletSILVERADO 2500 ↗2013
ChevroletSILVERADO 3500 ↗2013
DodgeCALIBER ↗2008
DodgeCALIBER ↗2007
DodgeRAM 2500 ↗2012
DodgeRAM 3500 ↗2012
FordE-150 ↗2011

Can I keep driving?

A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.