garajizOBD-II code · manufacturer-specific
P1389
VVT Solenoid A Malfunction
- System
- P1 — Powertrain (manufacturer-specific)
- Severity
- Moderate (3/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Drive with caution
What does P1389 mean?
P1389 is defined as “VVT Solenoid A Malfunction”.
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.
- Ford, Lincoln, Mercury: Glow Plug Circuit High Side Low Input
- Dodge, Jeep: No Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay Output Voltage At PCM
- Plymouth, Pontiac: No Auto Shutdown ASD Relay Output Voltage At PCM
Related codes
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- P1386Variable Cam Timing Overadvanced (Bank #1)/ Misfire Detected - No Communication with BCM
- P1391Variable Cam Timing Overadvanced (Bank #2)
- P1385Misfire Detected - Rough Road Data Not Available
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