U1279 Trouble Code

View U1279 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. U1279 engine photo

The Throttle Position sensor signals the Engine Control Module as to the current position of the engine throttle valve.
The current throttle valve opening is based on the driver's input from the gas pedal. The ECM uses the information from this sensor to help calculate fuel delivery and spark timing.

On some transmissions, such as automated manual transmissions or automatic transmissions with manual mode, the GSP switch lets the TCM know whether or not the driver has selected automatic or manual function. On manual transmissions, the GSP switch informs the TCM which gear the driver is selecting, and may function as a neutral safety switch, depending on system design. The TCM also uses the gate select position switch to monitor transmission operation. For example, if the driver selects manual mode and selects 3rd gear on an automatic transmission, the TCM may monitor speed sensors to detect clutch and brake slippage.

U1279 Error Code Repair Process :

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine U1279 light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If anti-theft number of programmed keys is below minimum so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the anti-theft number of programmed keys is below minimum.

U1279 is a kind of Network Trouble Code

U-code indicates that engine communication errors and shows lost communication with engine parts.U-Codes are fairly straight forward, given all of the articles and technical publications that have been written regarding these problematic codes. In most cases, it just comes down to identifying the module that isn't communicating with the other modules on the CAN bus line for whatever reason.

Common Causes of U1279

A common cause of code U1279 is the failure of Anti-Theft Number of Programmed Keys Is Below Minimum, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Damaged ECM
Faulty Camshaft Position Sensor
Fuel injector leaks
Damaged camshaft position (CMP) sensor

U1279 code for all cars

You can view according U1279 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+U1279 Daihatsu Charmant

+U1279 Simca 1501

+U1279 Citroen Saxo

+U1279 Mercedes-benz 15

+U1279 Mitsubishi Outlander Iii

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