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PowertrainP1607

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

HW requests controller reset

32 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 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1607No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP1607MIL output circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
CheryP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1607CAN-Version BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1607Cruise (control) CPU fault BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1607HW requests controller reset BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1607ECU processor failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1607ECU processor fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1607Feillampe BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
GMP1607No description available Powertrain
Great WallP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1607HO2S Circuit Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
HondaP1607No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1607No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1607No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1607Check engine lamp operation circuit malfunction BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1607No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1607No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
OpelP1607CAN-Version BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1607Cruise (control) CPU fault BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1607No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1607Steuergerät Getriebe keine Kommunikation BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1607Battery backup line BrandPowertrain
SaabP1607CAN-Version BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1607No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1607HO2S SPI error detection 1 BrandPowertrain
TataP1607Diagnostic Lamp BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1607HW requests controller reset 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 P1607 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP160700Reaction On Functional Watchdog Output BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP160700ECU injector cut fault BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP160701Reaction On Window Watchdog Output BrandPowertrain

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