Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Commonly Used Abbreviations - General Information: "P"
- "P"
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Park
- P/C
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Printed Circuit
- PCM
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Powertrain Control Module
- PCS
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Purge Control Solenoid
- PC-SOL
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Purge Control Solenoid
- PCV
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation
- PFI
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Port Fuel Injection
- PGM-FI
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Programmed Fuel Injection
- PID
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Parameter Identification
- PIP
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Profile Ignition Pick-up
- PNP
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Park Neutral Position Switch
- P/N
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Park/Neutral
- PRNDL
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Park Reverse Neutral Drive Low
- PROM
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Programmable Read-Only Memory
- psi
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Pounds Per Square Inch
- P/S
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Power Steering
- PSPS
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Power Steering Pressure Switch
- PTC
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Positive Temperature Coefficient
- PTO
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Power Take-Off
- Pts.
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Pints
- Pwr.
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Power
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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