OBD Guide

P1229

Sensor Power Supply Circuit Shorted

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation
  • The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

  • Wiring harness damage
  • Short circuit in the sensor power supply circuit
  • Sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the engine control unit
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check wiring harness for damage
  2. Check the sensor power circuit for a short circuit
  3. Replace faulty sensor
  4. Check and clean contacts
  5. Check the engine control unit

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