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PowertrainP1642

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

CAN link circuit

28 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 28

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1642No description available Powertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1642No description available Powertrain
BYDP16421st gear not in place BrandPowertrain
CheryP1642No description available Powertrain
ChryslerP1642No description available Powertrain
DaewooP1642CAN Link Circ BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1642With eco-run communication BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1642Immobilizer (IMMO) read fault response BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1642Lampa MIL BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1642No description available Powertrain
GMP1642No description available Powertrain
Great WallP1642Immobilizer read fault response BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1642Coolant Heater Control Module Control Circuit 2 BrandPowertrain
HondaP1642No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1642No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1642No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1642No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1642No description available Powertrain
OpelP1642CAN Link Circ BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1642With eco-run communication BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1642No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1642No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1642No description available Powertrain
SaabP1642CAN Link Circ BrandPowertrain
SprinterP1642No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1642Additional Heater Relay No.2, 3 Control Circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP1642CNG Tank 2 Valve ASV2 Max Error BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1642CAN link circuit 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.

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