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P1388 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1388

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1388 means

P1388
Engine control module (ECM), ETS - defective VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module's internal test reported the Engine control module (ECM), ETS as faulty. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

ECM

Applies to Audi
P1388
Control Module Malfunction - DBW Throttle Monitoring VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Control Module Malfunction - DBW Throttle Monitoring circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17796. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Recommended checks

Check Throttle Position Sensors

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1388

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

388

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1388

What does P1388 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module's internal test reported the Engine control module (ECM), ETS as faulty. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1388 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1388 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 P1388 at file level?

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