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PowertrainP1069

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Nitrogen oxides (NOX) sensor - heater control - short to earth

20 brands affected · Description from GM 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1069Upstream oxygen sensor resistance out of tolerance detected by system BrandPowertrain
BYDP1069NO. 106 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1069OBD fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1069Nitrogen oxides (NOX) sensor - heater control - short to earth BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1069OBD fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1069Tiada tacho BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1069NOx Sensor (G295) Heater Control: Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1069Nitrogen oxides (NOX) sensor - heater control - short to earth BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1069OBD fault BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1069Stop/Start Capacitor High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP1069No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1069No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1069No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1069RMCU Capacitor TEMP. sensor high BrandPowertrain
OpelP1069Nitrogen oxides (NOX) sensor - heater control - short to earth BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1069No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1069No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1069RMCU Capacitor TEMP. sensor high BrandPowertrain
SaabP1069Nitrogen oxides (NOX) sensor - heater control - short to earth BrandPowertrain
TataP1069No description available Powertrain

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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