OBD Guide

P1439

Motor Drive Module Short Circuit Sensor Problem

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

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

Causes

  • Short circuit in the drive module sensor circuit
  • Drive module sensor failure
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Drive module problems
  • Corrosion or oxidation of contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the sensor
  2. Check the resistance of the drive module sensor
  3. Inspect contacts for corrosion
  4. If necessary, replace the sensor or drive module
  5. Reset the error and check for its reappearance

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