P1AC9 BMW Fault Code
Check P1AC9 OBD Fault Code ReasonThe Camshaft Position sensor will signal the Engine Control Module when the #1 cylinder is ready for the spark plug to fire (top-dead-center on compression stroke).
The ECM uses the information from this sensor to help calculate fuel delivery and spark timing.
P1AC9 Code Symptoms :
When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine P1AC9 light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the P1AC9!
Diagnosis And Repairing P1AC9
P1AC9 OBD2 reports a sensor fault, replacement of the sensor is unlikely to resolve the underlying problem. The fault is most likely to be caused by the systems that the sensor is monitoring, but might even be caused by the wiring to the sensor itself.
How to fix P1AC9 code ?
- Exhaust gas leaks
- Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
- Faulty Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor
- Fuel Injectors circuit poor electrical connection
At this point we are assuming that the fuses and relays are good. You will need to locate the PCM/TCM and the power input signal circuit using your vehicle information source.
Unplug the connector from the PCM/TCM, place the ignition switch in the ON position, and probe the appropriate circuit with the positive test lead of the DVOM.
