Fault code lookup

PowertrainP1446

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to positive

27 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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BMWP1446Short circuit to positive BrandPowertrain
BYDP1446NO. 327 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1446Catalyst Temp Sensor 1 (G20): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1446Vent Control Valve BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1446VENT CONTROL VALVE BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1446Catalyst Temp Sensor 1 (G20): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1446Additivzugabe BrandPowertrain
FordP1446Note: Equivalent ODBII DTC BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1446Catalyst Temp Sensor 1 (G20): Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1446Vent Control Valve BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1446Fuel-Borne Catalyst Tank Empty BrandPowertrain
HondaP1446No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1446No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1446No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1446Evaporative vacuum solenoid circuit BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP1446No description available Powertrain
MazdaP1446Note: Equivalent ODBII DTC BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1446Additive tank volume low BrandPowertrain
NissanP1446Vent control valve BrandPowertrain
OpelP1446Vent Control Valve BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1446No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1446No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1446Additive tank volume low BrandPowertrain
SaabP1446Vent Control Valve BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1446Fuel Tank Sensor Control Valve Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1446VENT CONTROL VALVE BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1446Vent control valve 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1446 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP144600FUSI_Cell temperature CAN signal invalid BrandPowertrain
SprinterP144600Überwachung Min. Fehler Temperatursensor (T3) BrandPowertrain

6Related codes

Browse Pxxx codes or P144xx codes.

OpenDTC - independent fault code reference