PowertrainP1090
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
VVEL actuator motor (bank 1)
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 1: the side of the engine containing cylinder 1 · 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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
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 22
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P1090 | No description available | Powertrain |
| BYD | P1090 | NO. 145 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P1090 | Mixture Regulation: Bank 2: Range 2: Lean Limit Exceeded Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P1090 | Pre catalyst fuel trim system too lean bank 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P1090 | Variable intake swirl valve (VSA) FMIN fault 4 Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P1090 | VVEL-Aktuatormotor Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P1090 | Mixture Regulation: Bank 2: Range 2: Lean Limit Exceeded Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P1090 | Pre catalyst fuel trim system too lean bank 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P1090 | Swirl valve FMIN diagnostic fault 4 Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P1090 | Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module Internal Circuitry Performance Brand | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P1090 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P1090 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P1090 | Module1(Cell1)voltage over flow Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P1090 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Opel | P1090 | Pre catalyst fuel trim system too lean bank 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P1090 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Porsche | P1090 | Luftmassenmesser Kurzschluss Masse min Brand | Powertrain |
| Proton | P1090 | Module1(Cell1)voltage over flow Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P1090 | Pre catalyst fuel trim system too lean bank 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P1090 | Tumble Generated Valve System 1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P1090 | VVEL ACTR MOT-B1 Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P1090 | VVEL actuator motor (bank 1) Brand | 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.
5Related codes
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