PowertrainP163E

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Glow plug control module overtemperature

15 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 15

Brand	Code	Description	System
BYD	P163E	Safety valve 2 solenoid valve circuit open Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
EOBD	P163E	Styreenhed defekt Brand	Powertrain
GM	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Holden	P163E	Glow Plug Control Module Overtemperature Brand	Powertrain
Land Rover	P163E	Transmission Control Module Programming Error Brand	Powertrain
Mahindra	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Opel	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Peugeot	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Porsche	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Saab	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Suzuki	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Tata	P163E	No description available	Powertrain
Toyota	P163E	Glow plug control module overtemperature Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P163E	Internal control module error; Mechanical failure 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 P163E and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P163E00	Nachrichtenbertragung vom Direct Select Interface (DSI) fehlerhaft Brand	Powertrain
Porsche	P163E00	Ctrl. module faulty Brand	Powertrain
Sprinter	P163E00	Nachrichtenübertragung vom Direct Select Interface (DSI) fehlerhaft Brand	Powertrain

6Related codes

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