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P1069 on 2012-2019 Fiat 500 (Pop, Sport, Lounge, Turbo) — Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific)

1 vehicles · 1 makes · $800-$1,400 repair

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2012-2019Fiat 500Pop +3

P1069 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific).” P1069 is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code, most commonly seen on Chrysler/Fiat-family engines, indicating the cylinder 3 oil-supply (oil control) solenoid valve switch-on time is out of range. The solenoid controls oil delivery to that cylinder's variable valve/lifter hardware, so a fault may cause rough running or reduced performance on that bank. Meanings can differ by manufacturer, so verify with model-specific information. This code is most commonly reported on 2012-2019 Fiat 500 (Pop, Sport, Lounge, Turbo), with repair costs ranging from $800 to $1,400.

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  • Common Causes
  • Repair Cost
  • Vehicles (1)
  • Related Codes
  • FAQ
  • Sources (1)
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Common Causes

1Faulty cylinder 3 oil supply / oil control solenoid valve
2Low, contaminated, or incorrect-viscosity engine oil
3Restricted oil passages or clogged solenoid filter
4Wiring or connector fault in the solenoid circuit
5Sticking solenoid valve
6Faulty PCM/ECM driver circuit
7Variable valve timing system fault affecting cylinder 3

Typical Repair Cost

$800 - $1,400

Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.

Diagnostic Tools

P1069 does not use the standard P/B/C/U prefix. It may be a manufacturer-specific code, so verify that a scanner supports your exact year, model and module before buying.

Vehicles Affected (1)

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MultiAir Actuator Failure

2012-2019$800-$1,400185 owner reports

Related Codes (8)

P1065Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve / ECM Power or Fuel Pressure Fault (manufacturer-specific)P1067Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific)P106BManufacturer-Specific Powertrain Sensor/Solenoid FaultP0013"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open (Bank 1)P0020Camshaft Position 'A' Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)P0023"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open (Bank 2)P0025"B" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 2)P0026Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1)

FAQ

What does P1069 mean?

P1069 stands for "Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switching Time Out of Range (manufacturer-specific)." P1069 is a manufacturer-specific powertrain code, most commonly seen on Chrysler/Fiat-family engines, indicating the cylinder 3 oil-supply (oil control) solenoid valve switch-on time is out of range. The solenoid controls oil delivery to that cylinder's variable valve/lifter hardware, so a fault may cause rough running or reduced performance on that bank. Meanings can differ by manufacturer, so verify with model-specific information.

What are the most common causes of P1069?

The most common causes of P1069 are: Faulty cylinder 3 oil supply / oil control solenoid valve, Low, contaminated, or incorrect-viscosity engine oil, Restricted oil passages or clogged solenoid filter, Wiring or connector fault in the solenoid circuit, Sticking solenoid valve, Faulty PCM/ECM driver circuit, Variable valve timing system fault affecting cylinder 3. The specific cause varies by vehicle.

How much does it cost to fix P1069?

Repair costs for P1069 range from $800 to $1,400, depending on the vehicle and root cause.

Which vehicles are affected by P1069?

Au7o has documented P1069 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Fiat.

Sources (1)

  • NHTSANHTSA Manufacturer Communications Data Corpus
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