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PowertrainP1503

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to negative

27 brands affected · Description from BMW data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 27

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1503Retarder Relay BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP1503Main relay output voltage too low, limiting throttle opening BrandPowertrain
BMWP1503Short circuit to negative BrandPowertrain
BYDP1503Read back time out error of LIN bus BrandPowertrain
CheryP1503EBS LIN message readback duration error BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1503Immobiliser Wrong Signal BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1503LIN bus readback error BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1503Main relay output voltage too low, throttle opening limited BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1503Abikiiruseandur BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1503LIN Bus Read-back Error, Probably Lin Bus Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1503Auxillary Speed Sensor Fault BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1503Tachometer sensor vehicle speed signal minimum value error BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1503Read Back Timeout Error on LIN Bus BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1503No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1503No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1503Auxiliary speed sensor BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1503No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1503ISC Thrttle LO limit not attaine BrandPowertrain
NissanP1503No description available Powertrain
OpelP1503Auxillary Speed Sensor Fault BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1503No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1503No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1503ISC Thrttle LO limit not attaine BrandPowertrain
SaabP1503Auxillary Speed Sensor Fault BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1503LIN Bus-Read Back Time Out BrandPowertrain
TataP1503Vehicle Speed Sensor " BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1503Load signal from alternator term. DF: implausible signal; Defective BrandPowertrain

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 5

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1503 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP150300The traction system has detected an implausibly long ABS control intervention BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP150300Faulty vehicle speed sensor input BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP150301Lower DC-DC Converter (LDC) error BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP150302Lower DC-DC Converter (LDC) no response BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP150303Lower DC-DC Converter (LDC) target voltage error BrandPowertrain

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