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PowertrainP1385

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Control module malfunction - Lambda sensing circuit; Open circuit

19 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

  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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1385No description available Powertrain
BYDP1385NO. 134 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1385Internal Control Module Malfunction BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1385Knock Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1385Knock detector signal failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1385Internal Control Module Malfunction BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1385ECM - sira BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1385Internal Control Module Malfunction BrandPowertrain
GMP1385No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1385No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1385No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1385No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1385No description available Powertrain
OpelP1385Knock Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1385No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1385Klopfregelung Offsetfehler BrandPowertrain
SaabP1385Knock Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1385Crankshaft Position Sensor Signal Circuit BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1385Control module malfunction - Lambda sensing circuit; Open circuit 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 5

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1385 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP138500DebEvent TypError Prio3 2Trip IUMPR - BW BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP138543No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP138544No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP138547No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP138549No description available Powertrain

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