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P1038 Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations)

3 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 2 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:DodgeVAG

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1038
ISA Closed Throttle Circuit High Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the signal in the ISA Closed Throttle circuit stayed above the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1038
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater sensor - open circuit VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Audi
P1038
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater sensor - open circuit VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1038

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

038

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1038

What does P1038 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations). The control module detected that the signal in the ISA Closed Throttle circuit stayed above the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Is P1038 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1038 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Dodge, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1038 at file level?

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