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P1020 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 6 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

BMW

1 interpretation
P1020
WT overload protection, control motor - current high, bank 1 BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the current in the WT overload protection, control motor circuit was above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Mechanical fault
  • servo motor short circuit
  • servo motor shorted to ground

Honda

1 interpretation
P1020
Valve position control circuit - valve stuck off Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module determined that the Valve position control circuit - valve did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Oil level
  • wiring
  • VTEC solenoid valve assembly
  • oil pressure sensor - rocker arm
  • ECM programming
  • ECM

MINI

1 interpretation
P1020
Valvetronic Eccentric Shaft Sensor Power Supply MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Valvetronic Eccentric Shaft Sensor Power Supply circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Mitsubishi

1 interpretation
P1020
MIVEC Performance Problem Bank 1 Mitsubishi · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the MIVEC Performance Problem Bank 1 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.

PSA

2 interpretations
P1020
Variable valve lift position sensor 5V supply fault : Voltage too high PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Variable valve lift position sensor 5V supply fault was above its expected limit. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)
P1020
Power supply fault in the eccentric sensor of the variable valve lift system : Voltage too high PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Power supply fault in the eccentric sensor of the variable valve lift system was above its expected limit. Documented for the Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi)

VAG

2 interpretations
P1020
Fuel pressure - control limit exceeded VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the monitored Fuel pressure - control limit value exceeded the calibrated threshold. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • fuel pressure sensor
  • fuel pressure control valve
  • high pressure fuel pump
Applies to Audi
P1020
Fuel Pressure Regulation: Control Range Exceeded VAG · fuel Data confidence 84%

The control module detected that the monitored Fuel Pressure Regulation: Control Range value exceeded the calibrated threshold. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17428. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON
  • Limp Mode
  • Reduced Power Output
  • Engine jerking

Possible causes

  • Fuel Pressure Regulation faulty
  • Fuel Pressure Sensor (G247) faulty
  • Fuel Pressure Control Valve (N276) faulty
  • Fuel Supply Pre-Mesh clogged

Recommended checks

  • Check Fuel Pressure Regulation: Low Pressure
  • Check Fuel Pressure Sensor (G247)
  • Check Fuel Pressure Control Valve (N276)
  • Check/Clean Fuel Supply Pre-Mesh
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1020

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

020

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1020

What does P1020 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected that the current in the WT overload protection, control motor circuit was above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1020 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1020 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Honda, MINI, Mitsubishi, PSA, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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