PowertrainP1242

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel Injector for Cylinder 6 (N84): Open Circuit

29 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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
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 29

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
BYD	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Chrysler	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Daewoo	P1242	Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
DFFX	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P1242	Fuel Injector for Cylinder 6 (N84): Open Circuit Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P1242	LPG-suutin 2 Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
GM	P1242	Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P1242	Cylinder 7 Injector Control Circuit Shorted Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Land Rover	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Mahindra	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Maserati	P1242	Generator 2 system performance Brand	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P1242	Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P1242	Fail safe control monitor Brand	Powertrain
Saab	P1242	Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P1242	Turbocharger Boost Sensor - too High in decceleration Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P1242	No description available	Powertrain
Subaru	P1242	2Stage Twin TURBO System Brand	Powertrain
Suzuki	P1242	LPG Injector 2 Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P1242	Fuel Injector for Cylinder 6 (N84): Open Circuit 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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