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PowertrainP1A01

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Generator Brake Performance

20 brands affected · Description from Land Rover data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall. 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 electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1A01No description available Powertrain
BYDP1A01General electric leakage BrandPowertrain
CheryP1A01Gear failure BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1A01No description available Powertrain
DaewooP1A01No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1A01OBC temperature fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1A01APS (sub) toiteahel BrandPowertrain
GMP1A01No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1A01Battery Energy Control Module Long Term Memory Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP1A01No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1A01No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1A01Generator Brake Performance BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP1A01No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1A01APS(sub) power supply circuit BrandPowertrain
OpelP1A01No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1A01No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1A01No description available Powertrain
SaabP1A01No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1A01BMS alarm Fault BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1A01ISG Bridge Circuit Failure 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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