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PowertrainP1234

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to ground

33 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 33

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1234No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP1234Supercharger manifold boost pressure too high BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1234No description available Powertrain
BMWP1234Short circuit to ground BrandPowertrain
BYDP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
CheryP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1234Fuel Pump Driver Module Off Line BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1234High pressure system abnormal BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1234Booster (manifold) boost pressure too high BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1234Booster (manifold) boost pressure too high BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1234CTP õpe BrandPowertrain
FordP1234CMDTCs(Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes) – 60 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
GMP1234Fuel Pump Driver Module Off Line BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1234TP sensor(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
HondaP1234No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1234No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1234No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1234No description available Powertrain
MazdaP1234CMDTCs(Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes) – 60 BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1234TPS(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1234High pressure system abnormal BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1234No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1234TPS(sub) plausibility BrandPowertrain
SaabP1234Fuel Pump Driver Module Off Line BrandPowertrain
SmartP1234No description available Powertrain
SprinterP1234ENV_ _Datum3 BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1234No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1234CTP LEARNING-B2 BrandPowertrain
TataP1234No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1234Booster (manifold) boost pressure too high 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 8

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1234 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
MazdaP123400No description available Powertrain
SsangYongP123400VGT operation fault(high) BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP123400A DTC code can be entered: e.g BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP123402Safety: main contactor off request detection (interlock error) BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP123456Sensoralignment-Prozedur nicht durchgeführt. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP123457Communication with CPC has a malfunction. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP123458Communication with CPC has a malfunction. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP123459Communication with EIS has a malfunction. BrandPowertrain

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