The control module detected a fault associated with the Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.
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P1381 Jaguar - Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Jaguar. All interpretations of P1381
What P1381 means
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How to read P1381
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 P1381
What does P1381 mean?
Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1. The control module detected a fault associated with the Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.
Is P1381 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1381 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Jaguar. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1381 at file level?
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