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PowertrainP1078

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Activation current, servomotor, too high

26 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 26

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1078Injector 2 Short Circuit Low Side To High Side BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1078No description available Powertrain
BMWP1078Activation current, servomotor, too high BrandPowertrain
BYDP1078NO. 121 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1078O2S Regulation: Bank 4: System too Rich BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1078Intake Mainfold Runner Control (IMRC) System Malfunction BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1078No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1078O2S Regulation: Bank 4: System too Rich BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1078Inverterfel BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1078O2S Regulation: Bank 4: System too Rich BrandPowertrain
GMP1078Intake Mainfold Runner Control (IMRC) System Malfunction BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1078Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module LIN Bus Supply Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP1078No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1078No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1078No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1078No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1078Generator drive voltage SNS. HI BrandPowertrain
NissanP1078No description available Powertrain
OpelP1078Intake Mainfold Runner Control (IMRC) System Malfunction BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1078No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1078Luftmasse vor DK im Leerlauf unplaus. Hoch BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1078Generator drive voltage SNS. HI BrandPowertrain
RenaultP1078No description available Powertrain
SaabP1078Intake Mainfold Runner Control (IMRC) System Malfunction BrandPowertrain
SprinterP1078No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1078EXH TIM SEN/CIR-B1 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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