OBD-II code · manufacturer-specific
P1196
Key Line Voltage
- System
- P1 — Powertrain (manufacturer-specific)
- Severity
- Moderate (3/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Drive with caution
What does P1196 mean?
P1196 is defined as “Key Line Voltage”.
Drive gently and only as far as you need to; have it checked as soon as possible.
Manufacturer-specific meanings
The same code can mean something different on some makes.
- Kia: Electronic Throttle System Limp Home - Close Stuck
- Mazda: Ignition Switch Start Circuit
- Kia: Ignition Switch Start Circuit Fault
- Ford, Lincoln, Mercury: Key Off Voltage High
- Jeep, Plymouth, Pontiac: O2 Sensor 2/1 (Bank 2 Sensor 1) Slow During Catalyst Monitor
- Dodge: O2 Sensor 2/1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 Slow During Catalyst Monitor
- Jaguar: O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Low Resistance Fault 2
- Volkswagen: Oxygen Sensor Heater Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 1 Electrical Malfunction
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This page is general information; an exact diagnosis needs measurements and a technician’s check.