P3208 Trouble Code

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The Transmission Range Sensor (also referred to as the PRNDL input an/or neutral safety switch) tells the transmission control module (TCM) an the engine control module (PCM) that the transmission is in park, reverse, neutral, drive, low, 2nd, 3rd etc. It is attached directly to the manual valve of transmission, so when the shift lever is moved from park to drive, the Transmission Range Sensor communicates this critical information to the above mentioned vehicle control module systems.

As long as the throttle plate remains closed, the idling speed and quality is controlled by the PCM via the idle control valve, and as can be seen from the above it should be clear that idle control on a gasoline engine is a complex affair. For instance, if the engine is started in sub-zero temperatures, the PCM will command the idling control valve to allow less air to enter the engine to enrich the air/fuel mixture to create a condition which is roughly analogous to how chokes worked on carburetted engines to control idling in cold weather.

P3208 Error Code Repair Process :

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine P3208 light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If air bag driver circuit open - loop #2 so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the air bag driver circuit open - loop #2.

P3208 is a kind of Powertrain Trouble Code

Powertrain of a modern automobile, comprising engine (with exhaust system), transmission, drive shaft, suspension and the wheels. In a motor vehicle, the term powertrain or powerplant describes the main components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.

Common Causes of P3208

A common cause of code P3208 is the failure of Air Bag Driver Circuit Open - Loop #2, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
Faulty starter motor
Insufficient cylinders compression
Open or short in the VCT circuit

P3208 code for all cars

You can view according P3208 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+P3208 Emme Lotus

+P3208 Seat Tango

+P3208 Bentley 3.5-litre

+P3208 Wartburg 1.3

+P3208 Jowett 10

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