Reference meaning
What does this code mean?
The wording below belongs to the named make and communication. Match the complete code, reporting module, model year and engine before applying it.
A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.
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5Original wording in English
FORD, MERCURY
THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY BE ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1380, P1381, P1383, AND/OR P0340 MAY BE STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
FORD
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1381/P0011 AND/OR P1383/P0012 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT *JB
JAGUAR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED 3.0 L V6 FALSE FLAGGING OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1383 OR P1388 REPROGRAM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE. *EH
FORD, MERCURY
A ROUGH IDLE, STALLING AT AN IDLE, REDUCED POWER AND / OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P1381 AND P1383 MAY BE STORED IM MEMORY ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT
Check vehicle applicability
21A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | CONTOUR ↗ | 2000 |
| Ford | CONTOUR ↗ | 1999 |
| Ford | CONTOUR ↗ | 1998 |
| Ford | FOCUS ↗ | 2003 |
| Ford | FOCUS ↗ | 2002 |
| Ford | ZX2 (ESCORT) ↗ | 2003 |
| Ford | ZX2 (ESCORT) ↗ | 2002 |
| Ford | ZX2 (ESCORT) ↗ | 2001 |
Code meaning and manufacturer information
Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.
Variable Cam Timing Overretarded (Bank #1)
Can I keep driving?
A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.