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P1527 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1527

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1527 means

P1527
Camshaft position (CMP) actuator, Bank 1 - short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft position (CMP) actuator, Bank 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • CMP actuator
Applies to Audi
P1527
Camshaft Timing Adj. Bank1 (N205): Short to Ground VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft Timing Adj. Bank1 (N205) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17935. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light illuminated
  • Decreased torque at low RPM

Possible causes

  • Fuse(s) faulty
  • Wiring/Connectors from/to Camshaft Timing Adjustment Valve Bank 1 (N205) faulty
  • Camshaft Timing Adjustment Valve Bank 1 (N205) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Fuse(s)
  • Check Wiring/Connectors from/to Camshaft Timing Adjustment Valve Bank 1 (N205)
  • Check Power supply to the Camshaft Timing Adjustment Valve Bank 1 (N205)
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

P15 range
P1500P1501P1502P1503P1504P1505P1506P1507P1508P1509P150AP150BP150CP150DP150EP150FP1510P1511

How to read P1527

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

527

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1527

What does P1527 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Camshaft position (CMP) actuator, Bank 1 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1527 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1527 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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