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P1030 Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations)

7 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 5 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2
Brand pages:BMWDodgeMINIPSAVAG

BMW

1 interpretation
P1030
O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response in Rich Control Range Bank 2 Sensor 1 BMW · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the O2 Sensor responded more slowly than expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1030
Ignition coil, 2 - secondary circuit low Dodge · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the signal in the Ignition coil, 2 - secondary circuit stayed below the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connectors
  • ignition coil 2
  • spark plug
  • ECM

MINI

1 interpretation
P1030
Valvetronics Monitoring Sluggish Movement MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Valvetronics Monitoring Sluggish Movement 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.

PSA

2 interpretations
P1030
Fault in the programming of the variable valve lift system : Coherence PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Fault in the programming of the variable valve lift system was not coherent with related operating data. 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)
P1030
Fault in the programming of the variable valve lift system : Coherence PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Fault in the programming of the variable valve lift system was not coherent with related operating data. 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
P1030
Intake manifold air control valve position sensor - lower limit not reached VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Intake manifold air control valve position value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Air control flap tight/sticking
  • hose connection(s)
  • intake manifold air control actuator
Applies to Audi
P1030
Intake manifold air control valve position sensor - lower limit not reached VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Intake manifold air control valve position value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Air control flap tight/sticking
  • hose connection(s)
  • intake manifold air control actuator
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1030

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

030

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1030

What does P1030 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations). The control module detected that the O2 Sensor responded more slowly than expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1030 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1030 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Dodge, MINI, PSA, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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