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P138F

160101 - P138F

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
160101 - P138F

Fault text
Crankshaft sensor, synchronization: malfunction

Fault description
The diagnostic function monitors whether the
synchronization gap is detected in the correct position.

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The fault is recognized when the synchronization gap is not
detected or is detected in the incorrect position.
Potential problem source(s):
- Electromagnetic interference
- Defective wiring harness
- Crankshaft sensor defective
- Increment wheel defective
Terminal condition: none
Voltage condition:
- None
Temperature condition:
- None
Time condition:
- None
Other conditions:
- Engine on

Condition for fault memory entry
This fault is logged in the control module's fault memory
immediately.

Action in service
- Check wiring harness
- Replace crankshaft sensor

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Breakdown notice:
- none
Possible apparent symptoms:
- Reduced performance
- poor idle operation

Driver information
Warning light:
- ECE emissions warning lamp: on
- US emissions warning lamp: on
- ECE electronic engine power reduction: on
- US electronic engine power reduction: on
- CC message: none

Service instruction
- none