P2169 OBD-II: Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid Control Circuit/Open
P2169 Severity
Will P2169 go away on its own?
Once the vehicle's onboard system no longer detects the issue, most codes will disappear on their own. If your vehicle still has this code, however, it should be properly diagnosed to avoid a more serious problem.
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Moderate severity codes might not threaten the vehicle's safety or functionality immediately, but you should still get it diagnosed within a reasonable time frame to keep your car running well.
What causes OBD-II fault code P2169?
The Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid allows excessive pressure in the exhaust system to vent to the atmosphere. If the engine computer detects a failure of the Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid, code P2169 will be stored.
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OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P2169
OBD-II Code Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure is defined as a Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid Control Circuit/Open
The Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid allows excessive pressure in the exhaust system to vent to the atmosphere. If the engine computer detects a failure of the Exhaust Pressure Regulator Vent Solenoid, code P2169 will be stored.
Common Problems That Trigger the P2169 Code
- Exhaust pressure vent solenoid failure
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure
- Wiring issue
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