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PowertrainP1581

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Electronic throttle monitor malfunction

23 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1581No description available Powertrain
CheryP1581Throttle Actuator (J338): Basic Setting Not Performed BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1581Left EA/CC/ISC actuator M16/4 BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1581Brake negative pressure sensor 1/2 signal deviation error BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1581Cruise RES button stuck BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1581Kic-díorthú BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1581Throttle Actuator (J338): Basic Setting Not Performed BrandPowertrain
GMP1581Left EA/CC/ISC actuator M16/4 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1581Electronic cooling fan #1 relay driver circuit open BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1581Cruise Control Lane Center Signal Message Counter Incorrect BrandPowertrain
HondaP1581No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1581No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1581No description available Powertrain
OpelP1581Left EA/CC/ISC actuator M16/4 BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1581Brake negative pressure sensor 1/2 signal deviation error BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1581No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1581No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1581No description available Powertrain
SaabP1581Left EA/CC/ISC actuator M16/4 BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1581No description available Powertrain
TataP1581No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1581Electronic throttle monitor malfunction BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1581Throttle Actuator (J338): Basic Setting Not Performed 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1581 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP158100Sensor Brennraumdruck Zylinder 3 Signalgradient zu groß BrandPowertrain
SprinterP158100Sensor Brennraumdruck Zylinder 3 Signalgradient zu groß BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP158119Discharge mode: A/C output overcurrent BrandPowertrain

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