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PowertrainP1654

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Timeout message counter

21 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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1654No description available Powertrain
BMWP1654Timeout message counter BrandPowertrain
CheryP1654Throttle position sensor consistency BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1654Service Throttle Soon Lamp Ctrl Circ BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1654Engine ECU monitoring failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1654No description available Powertrain
EOBDP1654Feil motor-ECU BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1654No description available Powertrain
GMP1654Service Throttle Soon Lamp Ctrl Circ BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1654Simple immobilizer fault BrandPowertrain
IsuzuP1654No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1654Recirculation override circuit BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1654No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1654No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1654No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1654No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1654No description available Powertrain
SaabP1654Service Throttle Soon Lamp Ctrl Circ BrandPowertrain
TataP1654Check Engine Lamp Fault BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1654Engine ECU monitoring failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1654Read dash panel insert fault memory 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1654 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP165487missing message - Communication with Aribag Control module - missing message BrandPowertrain

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