The control module detected a fault associated with the No 5 Volts to MAP Sensor circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.
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P1296 Mitsubishi - No 5 Volts to MAP Sensor
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Mitsubishi. All interpretations of P1296
What P1296 means
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How to read P1296
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1296
What does P1296 mean?
No 5 Volts to MAP Sensor. The control module detected a fault associated with the No 5 Volts to MAP Sensor circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.
Is P1296 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1296 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Mitsubishi. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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