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P1246 Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations)

7 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 6 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainBatteryOBD2

Ford

1 interpretation
P1246
Alternator Load Input Failed Ford · battery Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Alternator Load Input Failed circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • alternator
  • drive belt
  • ECM

Honda

1 interpretation
P1246
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor 1 Circuit Malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1246
Alternator, load input - circuit malfunction Land Rover · battery Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Alternator, load input circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ground connection
  • alternator
  • ECM

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1246
Generator/regulator system - load input out of range Mazda · battery Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Generator/regulator system - load input value was outside the valid range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • generator
  • regulator

Mitsubishi

1 interpretation
P1246
Engine control module (ECM) - processor fault Mitsubishi · software Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Engine control module (ECM) - processor fault". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.

Possible causes

ECM

VAG

2 interpretations
P1246
Injector needle lift sensor - range/performance problem VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Injector needle lift behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Injector needle lift sensor
  • injector pipe defec tive
  • fuel level low
Applies to Audi
P1246
Needle Lift Sensor (G80): Implausible Signal VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module judged the Needle Lift Sensor (G80) signal implausible when compared with other operating data. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17654. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON
  • Engine misfiring/juddering/running rough
  • Engine shutting down

Possible causes

  • Fuel Supply interrupted/faulty
  • Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Needle Lift Sensor (G80) faulty
  • Needle Lift Sensor (G80) faulty
  • Injection Pump faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Fuel Supply
  • Check Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Needle Lift Sensor (G80)
  • Check/Replace Needle Lift Sensor (G80)
  • Check Injection Pump
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1246

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

246

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1246

What does P1246 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Alternator Load Input Failed circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Is P1246 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1246 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford, Honda, Land Rover, Mazda, Mitsubishi, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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