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PowertrainP1288

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Cylinder head temperature sensor out of self-test range

24 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1288Drive motor DC current sensor fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1288Boost Pressure Control Valve (N249): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1288NOx sensor zero offset too high bank 1 sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1288Turbocharger bypass valve short to B+ BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1288No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1288Boost Pressure Control Valve (N249): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1288A/F sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1288Boost Pressure Control Valve (N249): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
GMP1288Turbocharger bypass valve short to B+ BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1288Injector 2 and its control circuit loop resistance value too high BrandPowertrain
HondaP1288No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1288No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1288No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1288No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1288No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1288NOx Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too High BrandPowertrain
NissanP1288Air/Fuel sensor 1 (bank 2) /P1289 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1288No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1288No description available Powertrain
RenaultP1288No description available Powertrain
SaabP1288Turbocharger bypass valve short to B+ BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1288DFC of Nox offset max error detection BrandPowertrain
TataP1288Wiring Harness Resistance Too Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1288Cylinder head temperature sensor out of self-test range 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1288 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP128800Injector 2 (position) - harness resistance level: too low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP128855No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP128856No description available Powertrain

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