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P1197 BMW Code - Differential Pressure Sensor Intake Manifold Signal

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- Repair Importance Level: 3/3
- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1197 BMW?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Differential Pressure Sensor
  • Differential Pressure Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Differential Pressure Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

Code Tech Notes

Differential pressure sensor intake manifold high input bank 1

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How to Fix the DTC P1197 BMW?

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 P1197 BMW 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 P1197 BMW Code Mean?

The Engine Control Module (ECM) monitors the Differential Pressure Sensor Intake Manifold Signal. The ECM sets the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) when the Differential Pressure Sensor Intake Manifold Signal is not to factory specifications.

P1197 BMW Code - Differential Pressure Sensor Intake Manifold Signal

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