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PowertrainP1523

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 CVP1523Evaporative Emission Control System Purge Control Valve Circuit. Refueling. - Low Signal BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP1523Crash signal abnormal BrandPowertrain
BMWP1523Short circuit to negative BrandPowertrain
CheryP1523Airbag signal abnormal BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1523VICS Solenoid Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1523An impact fuel cut-off signal received by vehicle BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1523Airbag signal abnormal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1523IVC-solenoidkrets BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1523Airbag activated BrandPowertrain
GMP1523VICS Solenoid Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1523Turbo charger H bridge overtemperature BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1523Invalid Data Received From Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module BrandPowertrain
HondaP1523No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1523No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1523No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1523IVC Solenoid Circuit BrandPowertrain
OpelP1523VICS Solenoid Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1523No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1523No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1523Crash Signal From Airbag Contr. Unit Range/performance BrandPowertrain
SaabP1523VICS Solenoid Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1523Airbag CAN Signal Unreasonable BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1523No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1523Throttle control BrandPowertrain
TataP1523No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1523Throttle closed position performance BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1523Crash Signal from Airbag Controller: Implausible Signal 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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