OBD Guide

P1387

Control Unit Internal Altitude Sensor

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Problems starting the engine

Causes

  • Malfunction of the internal height sensor in the ECU
  • Control unit power supply problems
  • Poor ECU grounding
  • Mechanical damage to the control unit
  • Short circuit in the sensor circuit

How to Fix

  1. Check power supply and grounding of the ECU
  2. Scan the control unit for other errors
  3. Check the integrity of the control unit
  4. Update ECU firmware (if possible)
  5. Replace engine control unit

Related codes

Error P1387 by Vehicle Brand