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PowertrainP1D79

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Park Solenoid Circuit High

15 brands affected · Description from Chrysler 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
ChryslerP1D79Park Solenoid Circuit High BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1D79No description available Powertrain
DFFSP1D79General electrical problems BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1D79Brintblæser Hall-fejl BrandPowertrain
FiatP1D79Park solenoid circuit high BrandPowertrain
GMP1D79No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1D79Inverter Overtemperature BrandPowertrain
HondaP1D79No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1D79No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1D79park solenoid circuit high BrandPowertrain
OpelP1D79No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1D79No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1D79No description available Powertrain
SaabP1D79No description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1D79Inverter Over Temp Error 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 5

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1D79 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1D791AContactor of the high-voltage battery module was opened due to release fault. Circuit Resistance Below Threshold BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1D7931Contactor of the high-voltage battery module was opened due to release fault. No Signal - no signal BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1D7987Contactor of the high-voltage battery module was opened due to release fault. Missing Message BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1D7993Contactor of the high-voltage battery module was opened due to release fault. No Operation - no operation BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1D799AContactor of the high-voltage battery module was opened due to release fault. Component or System Operating Conditions BrandPowertrain

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