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PowertrainP1637

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Deviation check

32 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 32

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1637No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP16375V supply circuit 2 too high BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1637No description available Powertrain
BMWP1637Deviation check BrandPowertrain
BYDP1637Generator electrical fault BrandPowertrain
CheryP1637VDD5 overvoltage BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1637Generator L-Terminal Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1637Engine stop abnormality BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1637Vacuum pump relay control failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1637ECU internal software and hardware underlying monitoring fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1637DTC yra TCM BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1637Powertrain Data Bus: Missing Message from Electric Load Controller BrandPowertrain
GMP1637Generator L-Terminal Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1637Monitoring unit overvoltage BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1637No description available Powertrain
HondaP1637No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1637No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1637No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1637No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1637No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1637No description available Powertrain
OpelP1637Generator L-Terminal Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1637Engine stop abnormality BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1637No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1637No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1637No description available Powertrain
SaabP1637Generator L-Terminal Circuit BrandPowertrain
SprinterP1637No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1637System voltage low BrandPowertrain
TataP1637No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1637Vacuum pump relay control failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1637Powertrain Data Bus: Missing Message from Electric Load Controller 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 P1637 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP163700No load error BrandPowertrain
SprinterP163700No load error BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP163700TCU EEPROM error BrandPowertrain

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