Engine coolant thermostat - open circuit
VAG · thermal_management
Data confidence62%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Engine coolant thermostat circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
Wiring open circuit
engine coolant thermostat
Applies toAudi
P1292
Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat (F265): Open Circuit
VAG · engine
Data confidence80%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat (F265) circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17700. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
1
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
292
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1292
What does P1292 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Engine coolant thermostat circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Is P1292 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1292 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 P1292 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.