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P143C Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

2 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 2 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMWVolvo

BMW

1 interpretation
P143C
Camshaft Position Actuator 'B' Control Open Circuit Bank 1 BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Camshaft Position Actuator 'B' Control circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Volvo

1 interpretation
P143C
Outside air temperature sensor - signal high Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Outside air temperature signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • short to positive
  • poor connection
  • outside air temperature sensor
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P143C

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

43C

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P143C

What does P143C mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Camshaft Position Actuator 'B' Control circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P143C generic or manufacturer-specific?

P143C is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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