WT overload protection, control motor - current high, bank 1
BMW · engine
Data confidence62%
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.
Valve position control circuit - valve stuck off
Honda · engine
Data confidence62%
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.
Valvetronic Eccentric Shaft Sensor Power Supply
MINI · engine
Data confidence62%
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.
MIVEC Performance Problem Bank 1
Mitsubishi · engine
Data confidence62%
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.
Variable valve lift position sensor 5V supply fault : Voltage too high
PSA · engine
Data confidence72%
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 toPeugeotBosch 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 confidence72%
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.
Fuel pressure - control limit exceeded
VAG · fuel
Data confidence62%
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 toAudi
P1020
Fuel Pressure Regulation: Control Range Exceeded
VAG · fuel
Data confidence84%
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).
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.
Can TuningBot remove P1020 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.