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P1196 Nissan Code - Poor Engine Power

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- Repair Importance Level: 3/3
- Repair Difficulty Level: 2/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1196 Nissan?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Vacuum leak on the engine
  • Faulty Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor
  • No spark conditions
  • Fuel system malfunction
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How to Fix the DTC P1196 Nissan?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P1196 Nissan code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P1196 Nissan Code Mean?

The Engine Control Module (ECM) calculates the target torque based on the engine power request signal and the engine speed request signal sent from HV ECU. HV ECU calculates the estimated torque based on the generator torque. The ECM compares the calculated target torque with the estimated torque sent from HV ECU. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the estimated torque is excessively low compared with the target torque.

P1196 Nissan Code - Poor Engine Power

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