OBD-II Fault Code

B1274: Servo Motor Potentiometer Vent Circuit Short To Battery

Meaning, symptoms, likely causes, diagnostic checks and repair guidance for B1274.

System family

Body

Manufacturer-specific

Repair category

EVAP / fuel vapour

Use this category to narrow your checks before replacing parts.

Severity

Low

Severity is a general guide. Confirm with scan-tool data and vehicle symptoms.

What B1274 usually means

Servo Motor Potentiometer Vent Circuit Short To Battery.

Common symptoms

Body/accessory warning lamp or feature not working; Fuel smell possible; Usually little drivability change

Likely causes

Loose/damaged fuel cap; Cracked EVAP hose; Faulty purge/vent valve; Leaking canister; Wire shorted to power feed; Incorrectly repaired harness; Internal component short

Diagnostic checks

Check related fuses, connectors, grounds and switch/module power supply; Check fuel cap seal first; Smoke-test EVAP system; Command purge/vent valves with scan tool if available; Check for unwanted voltage on signal/control circuit

Repair guidance

Replace damaged cap/hoses, repair leaks, replace stuck purge or vent valve after testing; Repair harness short to power or replace internally shorted component

Verification after repair

Operate the affected body/accessory system and rescan

Note: Confirm vehicle make/model/year because manufacturer-specific codes can vary; Manufacturer-specific: confirm definition and test steps in the vehicle service manual. A DTC identifies a circuit or system condition, not always the failed part.