P0215
Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L I4
High SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)
Description
The engine shutoff solenoid is not functioning properly.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Engine may not shut off
- Engine may not start
Common Causes
- Faulty solenoid
- Wiring issue
- Relay failure
Diagnostic Steps
- Test solenoid resistance
- Check wiring
- Test relay
Repair Notes
Replace engine shutoff solenoid.
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0215 on Other Vehicles
Pontiac Aztek
2001-2005 3.4L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
1990-1999 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville
2000-2005 3.8L V6
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8
Pontiac Bonneville GXP
2000-2005 4.6L V8 Northstar
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L Supercharged V6
Pontiac Bonneville SSEi
1992-1999 3.8L V6 Supercharged
Pontiac Firebird
1993-1997 3.4L V6
Common Questions
What does code P0215 mean on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
P0215 stands for "Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction". The engine shutoff solenoid is not functioning properly.
What are the symptoms of P0215 on a Pontiac Sunfire?
Common symptoms of P0215 include: Check Engine Light, Engine may not shut off, Engine may not start.
What causes P0215 on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
Common causes of P0215 include: Faulty solenoid, Wiring issue, Relay failure.