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PowertrainP1049

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit at engine leads

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 CVP1049No description available Powertrain
BMWP1049Short circuit at engine leads BrandPowertrain
BYDP1049NO. 074 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1049Bank1: Exhaust Cam Adjustment Valve 1 (N318) Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1049A/T Vehicle Configuration BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1049Bank1: Exhaust Cam Adjustment Valve 1 (N318) Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1049Cấu hình xe A/T BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1049Bank1: Exhaust Cam Adjustment Valve 1 (N318) Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1049A/T Vehicle Configuration BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1049Variable geometry turbocharger (VGT) position feedback sensor fault BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1049Reductant Injector High Control Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP1049No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1049No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1049No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1049Generator shutdown circuit BrandPowertrain
NissanP1049No description available Powertrain
OpelP1049A/T Vehicle Configuration BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1049No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1049No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1049No description available Powertrain
SaabP1049A/T Vehicle Configuration BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1049Reductant injector high control circuit high voltage BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1049exhaust cam adjustment valve 1 (N318): short to ground; Lower limit 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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