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P1245 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1245

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2

What P1245 means

P1245
Injector needle lift sensor - short to ground VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Injector needle lift circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • injector needle lift sensor
Applies to Audi
P1245
Needle Lift Sensor (G80): Short to Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 88%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Needle Lift Sensor (G80) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17653. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Pre-Glow Control Light active
  • Engine running rough
  • Reduced Power output
  • Emissions affected

Possible causes

  • Needle Lift Sensor (G80) faulty
  • Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Needle Lift Sensor (G80) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Needle Lift Sensor (G80)
  • Check Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Needle Lift Sensor (G80)
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1245

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

245

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1245

What does P1245 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Injector needle lift circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1245 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1245 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1245 at file level?

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