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PowertrainP1694

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Starter control failure

24 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 24

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP1694Malfunction Indication Light:(K83): Open or Short to Ground BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP1694No Communication with ECU BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1694Turbo Charge Relief Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1694Starter control failure BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1694Glow plug failure in firing order cylinder 4 driven by GCU-T BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1694Drivlinje BrandPowertrain
FiatP1694No communication with ECU BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1694Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Security Control Module BrandPowertrain
GMP1694Turbo Charge Relief Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1694Firing order cylinder 4 glow plug fault BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1694Starter Performance BrandPowertrain
HondaP1694No description available Powertrain
HyundaiP1694No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1694No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1694Turbocharger charge relief circuit BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP1694No description available Powertrain
OpelP1694Turbo Charge Relief Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1694No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1694Generator, Spannung zu hoch BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1694No description available Powertrain
SaabP1694Turbo Charge Relief Circuit BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1694A/C type information mismatched BrandPowertrain
TataP1694No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1694Starter control failure 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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