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PowertrainP1518

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Wheel speed too high

24 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1518No description available Powertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1518No description available Powertrain
BMWP1518Wheel speed too high BrandPowertrain
CheryP1518Main Relay (J271): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1518Main Relay Circ. Short to B+ BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1518Main Relay (J271): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1518IACV-kretsfel BrandPowertrain
FordP1518No description available Powertrain
GeelyP1518Main Relay (J271): Short to Plus BrandPowertrain
GMP1518Main Relay Circ. Short to B+ BrandPowertrain
HondaP1518No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1518No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1518Intake Manifold Runner Control Flap - Stuck BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1518No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1518Starter Relay 2 Stuck BrandPowertrain
MazdaP1518Diagnostic Trouble Code BrandPowertrain
NissanP1518No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1518No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1518No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1518No description available Powertrain
SaabP1518Main Relay Circ. Short to B+ BrandPowertrain
SprinterP1518No description available Powertrain
SubaruP1518Starter Switch Circuit Low input BrandPowertrain
TataP1518Unable To Complete Throttle Zero Process 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.

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