OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P019F Alternative Fuel Tank A Pressure Sensor Performance

Alternative fuel tank A pressure reading implausible.

Is it safe to drive with P019F?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelySensor reading drifted
  • Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
  • Less likelySensor element contaminated by oil, soot or coolant

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Alt Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.