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PowertrainP1C1D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Vehicle charging port overheated

9 brands affected · Description from DFFS 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 engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine. This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

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

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 9

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
DFFSP1C1DVehicle charging port overheated BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1C1DKoelmiddelafsluitklep 1 BrandPowertrain
GMP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
OpelP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
SaabP1C1DNo description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1C1DDC/DC Converter Auxiliary Voltage 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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