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PowertrainP1297

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Pressure drop between turbo and throttle valve (check D.V.!)

29 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen data.

Key terms: Turbocharger: an exhaust-driven fan that pushes extra air into the engine · 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
BYDP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
CheryP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1297EGR slow response - decreasing flow BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1297No description available Powertrain
DaihatsuP1297A/F adjuster BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1297Throttle Front Air Leak BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1297Kolo goriva BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
GMP1297No description available Powertrain
Great WallP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1297Fuel Pressure Regulator Not Learned BrandPowertrain
HondaP1297No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1297No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1297Injector high side switches shorted together BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1297No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1297Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Slow Response - Decreasing Flow BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1297No description available Powertrain
OpelP1297No description available Powertrain
PeroduaP1297A/F adjuster BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1297No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1297No description available Powertrain
SaabP1297High Sides Shorted Together BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1297Air leakage before throttle BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1297Fuel pressure regulator not learned BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1297Pressure drop between turbo and throttle valve (check D.V.!) 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.

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