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PowertrainP1479

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake boost vacuum system: mechanical failure; Defective

19 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen data.

Key terms: Boost pressure: extra air pressure made by a turbo or supercharger · Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

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

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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
BAIC MotorP1479Brake vacuum pressure sensor signal implausible BrandPowertrain
CheryP1479Brake vacuum booster pump failure BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1479Implausible Data Received From Shifter - Mechanical Failure BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1479Trans Fan Relay Circ BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1479Brake vacuum pump runs implausible BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1479Brake vacuum booster pump failure BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1479Ağ verisi BrandPowertrain
FiatP1479Implausible data received from shifter - Mechanical failure BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1479Braking vacuum booster pump failure BrandPowertrain
GMP1479Trans Fan Relay Circ BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1479O2 sensor oxygen value lower than maximum threshold BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1479Particulate Matter Sensor Sensitivity Factor Performance BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP1479High Fan Control Primary Circuit BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP1479data received from shifter implausible - mechanical fault BrandPowertrain
OpelP1479Trans Fan Relay Circ BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1479No description available Powertrain
SaabP1479Trans Fan Relay Circ BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1479BKV Pressure non-plausible BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1479Brake boost vacuum system: mechanical failure; Defective 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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