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PowertrainP1020

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Sensor supply voltage too low

23 brands affected · Description from BMW data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1020No description available Powertrain
BMWP1020Sensor supply voltage too low BrandPowertrain
BYDP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
CheryP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1020Valve Pause System Stuck Off BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1020Fuel Filter Heater Drive Circuit Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1020Olieregelklep BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
GMP1020Injector control circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
HondaP1020No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1020No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1020No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1020No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1020Kraftstoff-Hochdrucksensor Signal zu hoch/niedrig BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
SaabP1020Injector control circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP1020No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1020Oil control valve BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1020Fuel Pressure Regulation: Control Range Exceeded BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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