P0219high severityPowertrain
Engine Overspeed Condition
on 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L H4 · AWD
What this code means
The engine RPM has exceeded the maximum programmed limit.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Fuel cutoff activated
- Rev limiter engaged
Common causes
- Transmission slipping under load
- Clutch slipping (manual trans)
- PCM miscalibration
- Downshift at too high speed
Diagnostic steps
- Check transmission operation
- Test clutch (manual)
- Review operating conditions from freeze frame
Repair notes
Diagnose why engine reached excessive RPM. Check transmission or clutch.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0011
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0012
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1