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P1551 MINI - Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Control Open Circuit Bank 1

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for MINI. All interpretations of P1551

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What P1551 means

P1551
Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Control Open Circuit Bank 1 MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

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

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How to read P1551

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

551

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1551

What does P1551 mean?

Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Control Open Circuit Bank 1. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Control circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Is P1551 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1551 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: MINI. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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