PowertrainP0618

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error

25 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine computer or one of its output circuits has a fault.

2Common causes

Engine control module fault
Power or ground connection problem
Low battery or charging voltage
Wiring short or open circuit
Software or memory fault

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

If the engine runs normally, drive carefully to a workshop for diagnosis. If it runs badly, stalls, or will not restart, have the car towed.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 25

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Mercedes-Benz	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
BMW	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P0618	Styrmodul alternativbränsle KAM-fel Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
GM	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Hyundai	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
Saab	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error SAE	Powertrain
Tata	P0618	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P0618	Alternative fuel control module KAM error Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P0618	SAE: Alternative Fuel Control Module Non Volatile Memory Error Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0618 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	P061800	Multi calibration not performed Brand	Powertrain
Mercedes-Benz	P061816	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error circuit voltage below threshold Brand	Powertrain
Mercedes-Benz	P061817	Alternative Fuel Control Module KAM Error circuit voltage above threshold Brand	Powertrain

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