B1444 Mercedes A 160 OBD Code

OBD/2 B1444 error code description and symptoms.

Output Shaft Speed sensor circuit intermittent failure The output shaft speed sensor signal to the PCM is irregular or interrupted.
Harness connector not properly seated Harness intermittently shorted, or open Harness connector damaged OSS sensor damaged, or not installed properly Verify harness and connector integrity Verify OSS sensor proper installation.

As long as the throttle plate remains closed, the idling speed and quality is controlled by the PCM via the idle control valve, and as can be seen from the above it should be clear that idle control on a gasoline engine is a complex affair. For instance, if the engine is started in sub-zero temperatures, the PCM will command the idling control valve to allow less air to enter the engine to enrich the air/fuel mixture to create a condition which is roughly analogous to how chokes worked on carburetted engines to control idling in cold weather.

B1444 Mercedes A 160 Error Code Repair Process :

The rule of B1444 code when it comes to emissions-related vehicle repair is that any modification that changes the vehicle from a certified configuration to a non-certified configuration is considered tampering: this applies to both vehicle owners and repair facilities and is, therefore, a Federal offense. Replacing a catalyst with a straight pipe is one traditional example of b1444 door handle switch circuit short to battery. Likewise, overriding the OBD B1444 error in system through the use of high-tech defeat devices or non-certified computer chips, for example, would also be considered tampering. The OBD system may, however, be repaired back to its original certified configuration with certified performance chips or appropriate aftermarket parts.

Common Causes of Mercedes A 160 B1444 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code B1444 is the failure of B1444 Door Handle Switch Circuit Short To Battery, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
Faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)
Damaged camshaft position (CMP) sensor
Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit)

B1444 is a kind of Body Trouble Code

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B1444 Mercedes A 160 OBD Code

B1444 Mercedes A 160 Error Code Repair Process :

Common Causes of Mercedes A 160 B1444 OBD2 Code

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