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PowertrainP1620

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to positive

33 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 33

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1620Battery Charger. Engagement Status. Temperature Sensor. Sensor C. High Signal BrandPowertrain
BMWP1620Short circuit to positive BrandPowertrain
BYDP1620Clutch temperature too high BrandPowertrain
CheryP1620TTL Lamp Drive Circuit Open BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1620A/D high voltage BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1620Image ECU abnormal BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1620No description available Powertrain
DFFXP1620Injection pump malfunction TPS BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1620TTL Lamp Drive Circuit Open BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1620Signal trka BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1620Injection pump malfunction TPS BrandPowertrain
GMP1620Low Coolant Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1620TTL lamp drive circuit open BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1620Injection pump malfunction TPS BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1620HO2S Circuit Sensor 1 BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1620No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1620No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1620Interactive reprogramming code- overlay checksum error BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1620No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1620No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1620Injection pump BrandPowertrain
NissanP1620No description available Powertrain
OpelP1620Low Coolant Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1620Image ECU abnormal BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1620No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1620No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1620Injection pump BrandPowertrain
SaabP1620Low Coolant Circuit BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1620No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1620ECM/Immobilizer Control Module Code Not Registered BrandPowertrain
SWM MotorP1620immobilizer authentication timeout BrandPowertrain
TataP1620Nonvolatile Memory - SC BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1620No description available 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 P1620 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP162000Sensor SCR Temperatur Sensordrift BrandPowertrain
SprinterP162000Sensor SCR Temperatur Sensordrift BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP162000ECU fault BrandPowertrain

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