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PowertrainP1601

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

ECU processor Analog/Digital Converter fault

36 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 36

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1601Hybrid Battery. Cooling Fan 3 Control Circuit Malfunction. - High Signal BrandPowertrain
BAIC MotorP1601ECU information reception faulty BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1601No description available Powertrain
BYDP1601Battery voltage too low BrandPowertrain
CheryP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1601Internal TCM Computer Error BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1601Voltage Supply BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1601Keyless system/immobilizer system BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1601Complete gear N BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1601ECM processor analog-to-digital conversion fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1601IMA-systemfel BrandPowertrain
FiatP1601Internal TCM computer error BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
GMP1601No description available Powertrain
Great WallP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1601No description available Powertrain
HondaP1601No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1601No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1601No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1601No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1601No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1601internal Transmission Control Module (TCM) computer fault BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1601Keyless system/immobilizer system BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1601No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1601CAN-Schnittstelle: Timeout Kombi-Botschaft BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1601Comm.error BrandPowertrain
SaabP1601Voltage Supply BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1601OPST PWM duty continuously High Level BrandPowertrain
SmartP1601No description available Powertrain
SubaruP1601TCU communication malfunction BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1601CAN communication problem BrandPowertrain
TataP1601CPU Or CPU Clock BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1601ECU processor Analog/Digital Converter fault 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 P1601 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP160100Sensor Kühlwassertemperatur Signal im System unplausibel BrandPowertrain
SprinterP160100Sensor Kühlwassertemperatur Signal im System unplausibel BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP160100ECU fault BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP160101Immobilizer signal mismatch (wrong key) BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP160102Immobilizer device no response BrandPowertrain

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