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PowertrainP1656

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

CAN link PCM/PCM circuit/network

29 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP1656No description available Powertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1656No description available Powertrain
BYDP1656Gear R gear hardware failure BrandPowertrain
CheryP1656Throttle self-learning: condition related BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1656Driver 2 Line 6 BrandPowertrain
DaihatsuP1656OCV system BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1656Engine operating status information failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1656A/C System Input Output Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1656Juht 2 liin 6 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1656Immobilizer Authentication Failed BrandPowertrain
GMP1656Driver 2 Line 6 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1656Immobilizer authentication request error BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1656Engine Speed Output Circuit Low Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP1656No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1656No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1656No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1656No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1656Engine run signal circuit high BrandPowertrain
NissanP1656No description available Powertrain
OpelP1656Driver 2 Line 6 BrandPowertrain
PeroduaP1656OCV system BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1656No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1656No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1656Engine run signal circuit high BrandPowertrain
SaabP1656Driver 2 Line 6 BrandPowertrain
SprinterP1656No description available Powertrain
TataP1656Check Engine Lamp Fault BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP1656CAN link PCM/PCM circuit/network BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1656A/C system input/output: short to ground; Open 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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