PowertrainP1617

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

CAN controller DPRAM (dual channel RAM) fault

34 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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
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 34

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P1617	Manufacturer controlled computer and auxiliary outputs Brand	Powertrain
Mercedes-Benz	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
BYD	P1617	ECM internal fault 7 Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P1617	Immo no response Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Daihatsu	P1617	Vehicle control ECU abnormal Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P1617	CAN controller DPRAM (dual channel RAM) fault Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P1617	Starter motor damaged Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P1617	Glow Plug Pre-Heat Indicator (K29): Open or Short to Ground Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P1617	Feillampe Brand	Powertrain
Ford	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Geely	P1617	Glow Plug Pre-Heat Indicator (K29): Open or Short to Ground Brand	Powertrain
GM	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Great Wall	P1617	Undervoltage monitoring error Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Hyundai	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Isuzu	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Land Rover	P1617	Interactive reprogramming code- block program error Brand	Powertrain
Mahindra	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Maserati	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Mazda	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Mitsubishi	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Nissan	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Perodua	P1617	Vehicle control ECU abnormal Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P1617	CAN-Schnittstelle: ADR-Botschaft unplausibel Brand	Powertrain
Proton	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Saab	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Smart	P1617	No description available	Powertrain
Sprinter	P1617	ENV_ _Datum4 Brand	Powertrain
Suzuki	P1617	Keyless Start Control Module CAN Communication Error (Keyless Start Model) Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P1617	ECU Non Volatile Memory Fault Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P1617	CAN controller DPRAM (dual channel RAM) fault Brand	Powertrain

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 P1617 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P161700	Sensor Ansauglufttemperatur PWM-Fehler Tastverhltnis Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P161700	Sensor Ansauglufttemperatur PWM-Fehler Tastverhältnis Brand	Powertrain
SsangYong	P161700	ECU fault Brand	Powertrain

6Related codes

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