P0142 Engine Trouble Code
What is P0142?
The P0142 check-engine light can indicate issues ranging from minor (loose gas cap) to serious (catalytic converter failure). Professional diagnostic scanning at a dealer or shop will identify the exact cause and required repairs.
Code Information
| Code Type: | OBD-II Powertrain (P) Trouble Code |
| System: | Powertrain |
| Code: | P0142 |
P0142 Symptoms
Check Engine Light
Illuminated dashboard warning
Engine Stalling
Engine stops unexpectedly or misfires
Performance Issues
Reduced power or acceleration
Starting Problems
Difficulty starting the engine
P0142 Code Structure
Understanding what each digit means in the P0142 powertrain trouble code:
| P | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain Code | Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Low | Fuel Rail/System Pressure — Too High | Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High | Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction |
How to Fix P0142
Diagnostic Steps:
Check if fuel pump primes when key is turned to ON. Measure fuel pressure and verify bright white-blue spark at all plugs. Also verify mechanical timing alignment.
Repair Solution:
Brake switch circuit concerns may involve open or shorted BPP circuits, damaged switches, or misadjustment. Verify stoplight function and follow proper self-test procedures per service manual.
Technical Notes:
P0142 DTC indicating a sensor fault does not always mean the sensor itself is bad. The issue may stem from the systems being monitored or even the sensor wiring. Proper diagnosis is essential.
P0142 Description
P0142 OBD-II Trouble Code: The rear heated oxygen sensor (or sensor 3 for some vehicles), after three way catalyst (manifold), monitors the oxygen level in the exhaust gas on each bank. Even if switching characteristics of the
Main Cause
The primary reason for P0142 OBD-II Engine Trouble Code is: Fuel Rail/System Pressure — Too High.