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P1391 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1391

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1391 means

P1391
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 2/ Bank 2 - short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 2/ Bank 2 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • CMP sensor
Applies to Audi
P1391
Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 2 (G163): Short to Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 84%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 2 (G163) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17799. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Possible causes

Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 2 (G163) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Camshaft Adjustment
  • Check Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 2 (G163)
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1391

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

391

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1391

What does P1391 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 2/ Bank 2 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1391 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1391 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 P1391 at file level?

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