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PowertrainP1ECA

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

A/C compressor motor instantaneous high voltage

12 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP1ECAHigh side current too high in voltage boosting BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1ECANo description available Powertrain
EOBDP1ECAKewajaran sensor suhu bateri BrandPowertrain
GMP1ECANo description available Powertrain
HoldenP1ECAA/C Compressor Motor Instantaneous High Voltage BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1ECABATT.TEMP sensor rationality BrandPowertrain
OpelP1ECANo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1ECANo description available Powertrain
ProtonP1ECABATT.TEMP sensor rationality BrandPowertrain
SaabP1ECANo description available Powertrain
MG (SAIC)P1ECACurrent Sensor Module (CMU) 10 Reports Temperature Measure Fail BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1ECAA/C compressor motor instantaneous high 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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