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PowertrainP1660

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Receive error, serial interface

29 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 29

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP1660No description available Powertrain
BMWP1660Receive error, serial interface BrandPowertrain
BYDP1660Oil pump adaptation not finished BrandPowertrain
CheryP1660ADC monitoring NTP error BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1660Power stage group 'B' BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1660No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1660Coolant Fan Control 1: Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1660Accuspanning BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1660Coolant Fan Control 1: Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
GMP1660Power stage group 'B' BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1660NTP error in analog to digital converter (ADC) monitoring BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1660No description available Powertrain
HondaP1660No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1660No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1660No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1660Output circuit check - circuit high BrandPowertrain
MahindraP1660No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1660Emergency Stop Fuel Shut-Off Solenoid BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1660No description available Powertrain
OpelP1660Power stage group 'B BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1660No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1660No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1660No description available Powertrain
SaabP1660Power stage group 'B' BrandPowertrain
SmartP1660No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1660Cooled Soot High Pressure BrandPowertrain
TataP1660No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1660Emergency stop fuel shut-off solenoid BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1660Coolant Fan Control 1: Short to Ground 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1660 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP166000Sensor Nebenaggregate- Kühlwassertemperatur Signalgradient zu groß BrandPowertrain
SprinterP166000Sensor Nebenaggregate- Kühlwassertemperatur Signalgradient zu groß BrandPowertrain

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