P0238 DTC For Mercedes S 420
Mercedes S 420 Engine Specifications:
Engine Type : | Multi-Cylinder Engine |
Cylinder Type : | V-Type Engine |
Engine Air Intake Process : | Supercharged Engine |
Your Mercedes S 420 engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble
code P0238 in its memory.
To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P0238 DTC For Mercedes S 420.
On 1999 and later P0238 Mercedes S 420 engines, the instrument cluster has a built-in self-diagnostic mode that can be accessed by pressing and holding the instrument cluster SELECT/RESET button. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position (but don't crank or start engine). Continue to press and hold the SELECT/RESET button (for 5 seconds) until the word TEST is displayed by the odometer. Release the SELECT/RESET button within three seconds after the word TEST is displayed to begin the self-diagnostic mode.
P0238 Mercedes S 420 DTC Meaning
P |
Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems. |
0 |
SAE - Generic |
2 |
Computer And Auxiliary Outputs |
3 |
Low Coolant Circuit |
8 |
Park/Neutral Postion (PNP) Switch Circuit Engine Torque Signal Circuit |
The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. P0238 Mercedes S 420 code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired.
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