OBD Guide

P258C

Vacuum Pump Control Circuit A Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Deterioration in braking performance
  • Unusual noises from the vacuum pump
  • Loss of engine power
  • Activating emergency mode

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Vacuum pump malfunction
  • Relay or fuse problems
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the control circuit
  2. Check the condition of the vacuum pump
  3. Check relays and fuses
  4. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  5. Diagnose the engine control unit

Related codes

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