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P1286 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1286
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 3 range performance Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module judged the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 3 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • APP sensor
  • ECM

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1286
Accelerator Position Sensor Supply Voltage Too High Dodge · battery Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Accelerator Position Sensor Supply Voltage value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Ford

1 interpretation
P1286
Fuel Pulse In Range But Lower Than Expected Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Fuel Pulse In Range But value was lower than expected for the current conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Honda

1 interpretation
P1286
Oil pressure sensor, rocker arm - signal stuck low Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Oil pressure sensor, rocker arm - signal stuck low". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Oil level
  • wiring
  • VTEC system oil line
  • oil pressure sensor - rocker arm

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1286
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Supply Voltage Too High Jeep · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Supply Voltage value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

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

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1286
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), bank 2 - activity Nissan · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), bank 2 - activity circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • HO2S

VAG

1 interpretation
P1286
Fuel Injection Air Control Valve Circuit Short To B+ VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Fuel Injection Air Control Valve circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1286
Electronic throttle system (ETS) - range/performance problem Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Electronic throttle system (ETS) behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • throttle valve tight/sticking
  • ETS

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1286

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

286

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1286

What does P1286 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module judged the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 3 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1286 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1286 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Jeep, Nissan, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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