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PowertrainP1071

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

CAN The ambient temperature sensor A signal on the line is invalid

21 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1071Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor signal high BrandPowertrain
BMWP1071Memory error BrandPowertrain
BYDP1071NO. 114 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1071NOx Sensor (G295) Heater Control: Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1071Lambda control limit bank 1.Short circuit to V Batt BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1071Ambient temperature sensor signal is implausible BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1071NOx Sensor (G295) Heater Control: Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1071No.4 fuel heater circuit open BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1071NOx Sensor (G295) Heater Control: Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP1071Lambda control limit bank 1.Short circuit to V Batt BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1071Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module Read Only Memory Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP1071No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1071No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1071No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1071Module2(Cell2)voltage under flow BrandPowertrain
OpelP1071Lambda control limit bank 1.Short circuit to V Batt BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1071No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1071No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1071No description available Powertrain
SaabP1071Lambda control limit bank 1.Short circuit to V Batt BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1071CAN The ambient temperature sensor A signal on the line is invalid 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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