OBD-II code · manufacturer-specific
B1256
Air Temperature External Sensor Circuit Short To Battery
- System
- B — Body electronics
- Severity
- Minor (2/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Usually safe to drive
What does B1256 mean?
B1256 is defined as “Air Temperature External Sensor Circuit Short To Battery”.
You can usually keep driving, but have it checked soon so a small fault doesn’t become a bigger one.
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