What is the P0215 fault number? What is Engine Shutdown Solenoid Failure? How do you fix the P0215 fault code What are the causes and symptoms of the P0215 error code?
What is the P0215 Fault code? What does it all mean?
A P0215 error code means that the solenoid is malfunctioning and the crankshaft position sensor is not working properly.
The engine shut-off solenoid is used to prevent fuel from being supplied to an engine under certain conditions such as collision, rollover, excessive oil pressure, or engine overheating. It is typically used in diesel cars and is part of the fuel delivery system. The powertrain controller module (PCM), which uses inputs from engine and body position sensors, determines when fuel should not be switched off. The PCM activates a relay to prevent fuel from entering the engine when it detects an adverse condition. The return line is specially designed to direct the fuel back into the fuel tank.
The PCM monitors the engine shutdown solenoid circuit resistance, voltage changes and ignition switch position. “ON” position. If the voltage is not within specifications, the code P0215 can be set.
P0215 fault code can affect vehicles from many manufacturers, including: Peugeot, Citroen Skoda and Volkswagen.
What causes the P0215 Fault code?
These are the most common reasons that P0215 fault codes are triggered:
- – Defective crankshaft position sensor
- – Incorrect ignition key/lock cylinder
- – Broken wires, loose connections or short circuits to an engine shut-off solenoid
- – A defective engine shutdown relay or solenoid
- – Defective PCM
What are the symptoms for the P0215 fault code?
These symptoms may be present if you own a vehicle that has the code P0215.
- – Illumination for the check engine light
- If the crankshaft position sensor malfunctions, the engine may not start.
- – Additional fault codes can also be set for the fuel system
How do I fix the P0215 fault code?
There are several repairs that can resolve the P0215 fault code.
- – Replacing sensor for crankshaft position
- – Replacing your ignition key or lockcylinder
- Repair the wiring of the engine shut off solenoid circuit
- – Replacing engine shutdown solenoid/relay
- – Reprogramming or replacing the powertrain control module
