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For 1990-2009 cars only

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0219: Engine Overspeed Condition

Circuit/System Description

This DTC is used to indicate that the engine speed exceeded the fuel cutoff limit in gear. This DTC may set if the transmission is placed in a low gear while driving down a steep grade or traveling at a high speed.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The DTC is valid for manual transmissions only.
    • The engine is running.
    • Ignition voltage is between 10-18 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects the engine speed is greater than 7,000 RPM for greater than 1 second.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0219 is a Type A DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P0219 is a Type A DTC.

Circuit/System Verification

Note: This DTC is used for information only. This DTC does NOT indicate there is a condition with the crank sensor or the engine control module (ECM).

DTC P0219 is an informational DTC.