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P1229 Lincoln Code - Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition

Quick Answer

P1229 Lincoln indicates Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition. Common causes include ICP motor harness is open or shorted, ICP circuit poor electrical connection, ICP poor ground or voltage supply. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P1229 Lincoln indicates Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition.
Common causes: Common causes include ICP motor harness is open or shorted, ICP circuit poor electrical connection, ICP poor ground or voltage supply.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 2,516

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jul 20, 2019

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Possible Causes
How To Fix
Tech Notes
Cost to Diagnose
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Code P1229 Lincoln Description

OBDII Code P1229 Lincoln - Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition - AutoCodes.com — P1229 Lincoln Code - Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1229 Lincoln?

ICP motor harness is open or shorted
ICP circuit poor electrical connection
ICP poor ground or voltage supply
Faulty Intercooler Pump (ICP) motor
Damaged Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

How to Fix the DTC P1229 Lincoln?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What does this mean?

Code Tech Notes

The Intercooler Pump (ICP) DTC will be set when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is calling for the pump to be operating but no current is being detected.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1229 Lincoln code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.