P1245 Alternator Load Input Failed Low

Category: Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: F-150, Explorer, Taurus

What does P1245 mean on a Ford?

P1245 — Alternator Load Input Failed Low. This Ford-enhanced code applies to F-150, Explorer, Taurus.

Common causes of P1245

Open load input circuit
Failed current sensor reading low
Disconnected sense connector
Blown sense fuse where fitted
PCM input fault

How to fix P1245

Check load input continuity
Reseat the sense connector
Test the current sensor
Check related fuses
Repair the circuit