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P1253 Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations)

5 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 4 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:FordHondaJaguarVAG

Ford

1 interpretation
P1253
Pedal Correlation PDS1 and LPDS Low Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Pedal Correlation PDS1 and LPDS Low 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.

Honda

1 interpretation
P1253
VTEC system malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the VTEC system. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • VTEC solenoid/pressure switch
  • ECM

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Jaguar

1 interpretation
P1253
VSV Stuck On VR Jaguar · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module determined that the VSV did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1253
Instrument panel, fuel consumption signal - short to ground VAG · instrument_cluster Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Instrument panel, fuel consumption circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • instrument panel
Applies to Audi
P1253
Instrument panel, fuel consumption signal - short to ground VAG · instrument_cluster Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Instrument panel, fuel consumption circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • instrument panel
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

P12 range
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How to read P1253

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

253

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1253

What does P1253 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Pedal Correlation PDS1 and LPDS Low 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 P1253 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1253 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford, Honda, Jaguar, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1253 at file level?

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