PowertrainP1290
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Cold start fuel pressure too high (bank 1)
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 1: the side of the engine containing cylinder 1 · 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?
Do not drive if you smell fuel. Have the fuel system checked before driving further: a fuel leak or loss of pressure can cause a fire or make the engine stall.
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 26
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P1290 | Drive motor MCU temperature sensor fault Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P1290 | Particle trap differential pressure sensor post-run offset check value unreasonable Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P1290 | Oil and gas transfer switch circuit short to low Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P1290 | CNG Fuel Sys Press Too Hi Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P1290 | Coolant Temp Sensor at Radiator Outlet (G83): Signal too Small Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P1290 | A/C EEPROM-fel Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P1290 | Coolant Temp Sensor at Radiator Outlet (G83): Signal too Small Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P1290 | CNG Fuel Sys Press Too Hi Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P1290 | Alternative Fuel System Feedback to ECM Command Signal Performance Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P1290 | Cold start fuel pressure too high (bank 1) Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P1290 | A/C EEPROM fail Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Opel | P1290 | CNG Fuel Sys Press Too Hi Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Proton | P1290 | A/C EEPROM fail Brand | Powertrain |
| Renault | P1290 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Saab | P1290 | CNG Fuel Sys Press Too Hi Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P1290 | Fuel Temperature Too low Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P1290 | ETC MOT PWR-B2 Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P1290 | Wiring Harness Resistance Too Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P1290 | Cold start fuel pressure too high (bank 1) 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.
5Extended variant codes 1
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1290 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | P129000 | Injector 3 (position) - harness resistance level: too low Brand | Powertrain |
6Related codes
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