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PowertrainP1205

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Signal at full load below threshold

30 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 30

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1205No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP1205Hall sensor gear N self-learning value above limit BrandPowertrain
BMWP1205Signal at full load below threshold BrandPowertrain
BYDP1205Vacuum pump sensor voltage high BrandPowertrain
CheryP1205C phase overcurrent BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1205Cylinder #5 Injector Circ Open/Shorted BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1205Electric air pump system BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1205No description available Powertrain
DFFXP1205transmission chain status input short circuit to high voltage BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1205Fuel injection pre-heating relay voltage high BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1205Roetfilter BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1205Fuel Injector for Cylinder 5 (N83): Electrical Malfunction BrandPowertrain
GMP1205Cylinder #5 Injector Circ Open/Shorted BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1205Errorpath for filtered energizing time of cylinder 3 BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1205Exhaust Aftertreatment Fuel Injector Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP1205No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1205No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1205No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1205Injection circuit open/shorted - cylinder 5 BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1205No description available Powertrain
NissanP1205No description available Powertrain
OpelP1205Cylinder #5 Injector Circ Open/Shorted BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1205Electric air pump system BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1205No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1205No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1205No description available Powertrain
SaabP1205Cylinder #5 Injector Circ Open/Shorted BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1205Diesel Particulate Filter Flow Resistance Monitoring Too Low BrandPowertrain
TataP1205Too Low DPF Pressure BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1205Cylinder 5 fuel injection circuit electrical malfunction 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.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1205 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP120500Motor Control Unit (MCU): 3-phase current imbalance BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP120509DC charge failure BrandPowertrain

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