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PowertrainP1397

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

DME: Signal, exhaust-camshaft sensor

24 brands affected · Description from BMW 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 MotorP1397No Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) signal BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1397No description available Powertrain
BMWP1397DME: Signal, exhaust-camshaft sensor BrandPowertrain
BYDP1397NO. 152 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1397Wheel speed sensor No signal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1397Camshaft Position Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1397No Wheel Speed Sensor signal BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1397Wheel speed no signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1397Kamakselsensor 2 BrandPowertrain
FordP1397Note: DTC will set if system voltage is above 14 volts or below 11.8 volts at any time during KOER Glow Plug Self-Test. It may be necessary to raise RPM to maintain voltage BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1397Wheel Speed Sensorno Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP1397Camshaft Position Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1397Wheel speed sensor no signal BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1397Rough Road Sensor Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP1397No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1397This code indicates that the system voltage is outside its self-test range BrandPowertrain
MazdaP1397Note: DTC will set if system voltage is above 14 volts or below 11.8 volts at any time during KOER Glow Plug Self-Test. It may be necessary to raise RPM to maintain voltage BrandPowertrain
OpelP1397Camshaft Position Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1397No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1397No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1397Engine Speed Wheel Adaptation Limit Reached BrandPowertrain
SaabP1397Camshaft Position Sensor 2 BrandPowertrain
SWM MotorP1397No signal from wheel speed sensor BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1397Sensor wheel for engine speed: adaptation limit reached; Open or short to ground 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 13

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1397 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP139700Sine open circuit DEM fault flag. BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP139735No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139736No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139737No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139738No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139739No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139740No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139741No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139742No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139765No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139766No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139767No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP139768No description available Powertrain

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