What does code P1374 mean?

Q: What does code P1374 mean?

Cylinder 7 Ignition Circuit Short To B+. P1374 on a Volkswagen means the engine control module has detected a short to battery positive voltage on the ignition circuit for cylinder 7, which is the coil or ignition output that fires that cylinder. The computer monitors the ignition coil control wire and sees voltage present when it should be near ground during the coil charging phase, indicating the wire is touching a power source or the coil has an internal short.

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P1374 · VolkswagenCylinder 7 Ignition Circuit Short To B+

P1374 on a Volkswagen means the engine control module has detected a short to battery positive voltage on the ignition circuit for cylinder 7, which is the coil or ignition output that fires that cylinder. The computer monitors the ignition coil control wire and sees voltage present when it should be near ground during the coil charging phase, indicating the wire is touching a power source or the coil has an internal short.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeVolkswagen specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaIgnition system and misfire

Guidance is general and written for Volkswagen vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.