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C1259 BMW Fault Code

Check C1259 OBD Fault Code Reason
Description:

Brake Switch Circuit Input Malfunction Indicates PCM did not receive a brake pedal position (BPP) input. Open or short in BPP circuit Open or short in stoplamp circuits damaged PCM Malfunction in module(s) connected to BPP circuit.

(Rear Electronic Module [REM] Windstar and LS6/LS8 or Lighting Control Module (LCM) Continental and Town Car. Damaged brake switch Misadjusted brake switch Check for proper function of stoplamps.

C1259 Code Symptoms :

See C1259 in engine

The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. C1259 code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired.

Diagnosis And Repairing C1259

C1259 OBD 2 code on vehicles with electronically controlled automatic transmissions, the 3-4 shift solenoid is responsible for actuating the hydraulic circuits to activate clutches or bands that change gears inside the automatic transmission.

How to fix C1259 code ?

See C1259 repair manual
  • Damaged ECM
  • Faulty Fuel injector
  • Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
  • Faulty starter motor

Some systems require that the actuator has an adequate supply of brake fluid. Low brake fluid levels can mimic the symptoms of code C1259, so consult the manual to locate the brake fluid reservoir.

Bear in mind that a low fluid level can set code C1259 on some applications, so make sure that on fluid operated systems the fluid level is up to the mark before starting an electrical diagnosis.

BMW Cars that meet C1259 error