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P1201 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1201
Gas Mass Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module judged the Gas Mass signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1201
(Alternative Fuel) Gas Mass Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the (Alternative Fuel) Gas Mass signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Confirm the exact vehicle, ECU and software context
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1201
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/camshaft position (CMP) sensor 2, bank 2 range/performance Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/camshaft position (CMP) sensor 2, bank 2 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connectors
  • mechanical fault
  • CKP
  • CMP 2 bank 2
  • ECM

Jaguar

1 interpretation
P1201
Injector - cylinder 1 - short circuit/open circuit Jaguar · fuel Data confidence 80%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Injector - cylinder 1 - short circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • injector

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1201
Injector - cylinder 1 - open/short circuit to ground Land Rover · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Injector - cylinder 1 - open/ circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • injector

Opel

1 interpretation
P1201
Injector needle lift sensor - circuit malfunction Opel · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Injector needle lift circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1201
Injector 1 - circuit malfunction VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Injector 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • injector
Applies to Audi
P1201
Injector 1 - circuit malfunction VAG · fuel Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Injector 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • injector
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1201

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

201

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1201

What does P1201 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module judged the Gas Mass signal implausible: it stayed inside electrical limits but did not match the value expected for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1201 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1201 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Jaguar, Land Rover, Opel, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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