OBD-II code · manufacturer-specific
P1520
Electric Current Circuit Malfunction
- System
- P1 — Powertrain (manufacturer-specific)
- Severity
- Moderate (3/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Drive with caution
What does P1520 mean?
P1520 is defined as “Electric Current Circuit 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.
- BMW: B Camshaft Position Actuator Bank 1
- Mercedes-Benz: Cruise Control Switch S40
- Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, GM, GMC, Oldsmobile, Saturn: Gear Indicator System
- Volkswagen: Intake Manifold Changeover Valve 2 Circuit Open
- Ford, Lincoln, Mercury: Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit Fault
- Subaru: Radiator Fan Relay 1 Circuit High Input
- Geo: Stop Lamp Switch Circuit
- Lexus: Stop Lamp Switch Malfunction
- Toyota: Stop Lamp Switch Signal Malfunction
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This page is general information; an exact diagnosis needs measurements and a technician’s check.