P0069
- Powertrain
- Generic (SAE)
- Emissions
Diagnose soon
Usually safe to drive short distances, but the fault will not clear itself and can worsen or fail an emissions test.
Manifold Absolute Pressure - Barometric Pressure Correlation
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At engine cranking or key-on the intake manifold pressure should equal barometric pressure within tolerance. The ECU detects a deviation indicating sensor drift or vacuum line issues.
A trouble code records what a control module measured. It does not identify which part failed. Test before replacing anything.
- Safe to drive
- Usually safe to drive short distances, but the fault will not clear itself and can worsen or fail an emissions test.
- Urgency
- Diagnose soon
- Will it pass emissions
- No
- Check engine light
- Solid
- Clearing the light
- A completed drive cycle is normally required before the monitor re-runs and the light can clear.
| # | Cause | How often | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAP sensor failed or drifted | Very common | — |
| 2 | Vacuum hose to MAP sensor leaking | Common | — |
Ordering reflects how often each cause is responsible in general, not a probability for your vehicle. Confirm by testing.
- Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
- Barometric Pressure Sensor
- Vacuum Hose
- Definition
- Generic code set (SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6) via the OBDexopen database, dedicated to the public domain under CC0-1.0.
- Diagnostic guidance
- Written and reviewed in-house. See our editorial policy.
- Review status
- Awaiting review
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