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PowertrainP1213

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel Injector for Cylinder 1 (N30): Short to B+

25 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1213Hybrid Battery. Cell Balancing. Control Circuit. 'I'. - Stuck On BrandPowertrain
BYDP1213Slope sensor incorrectly installed BrandPowertrain
CheryP1213Level 2 warning for insulation leakage BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1213Start Injector Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1213The information sent by the electronic stability program ECU is faulty BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1213Fuel Injector for Cylinder 1 (N30): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1213Injetor D/U BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1213Cylinder 3 methanol fuel injector control circuit open BrandPowertrain
GMP1213Start Injector Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1213Firing order cylinder 4 electrification time too short BrandPowertrain
HondaP1213No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1213No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1213No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1213Start injector circuit BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1213No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1213No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1213No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1213No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1213No description available Powertrain
SaabP1213Start Injector Circuit BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1213No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1213INJECTOR D/U BrandPowertrain
TataP1213No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1213Injector D/U BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1213Fuel Injector for Cylinder 1 (N30): Short to B+ 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1213 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP121314Main relay circuit open or short to ground BrandPowertrain

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