Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2014 Ford Focus Titanium, 4D Hatchback, Automatic DCT Trans, Gas/EthanolFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
P1012 - WASTEGATE Control Pressure Circuit Low
P1012 - WASTEGATE CONTROL PRESSURE CIRCUIT LOW
| Description: This DTC sets when the wastegate vacuum sensor reading is less than a calibrated threshold and the fault timer has exceeded the calibrated time threshold indicating a short to SIGRTN or ground. | |||
Possible Causes:
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| Diagnostic Aids: The typical minimum threshold is 0.2V and time threshold is 5 seconds. | |||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to PINPOINT TEST HN: TURBOCHARGER SYSTEM . | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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