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PowertrainP1716

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

SMG: Switch-on frequency, hydraulic unit

30 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 30

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1716Reverse gear position out of range BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1716No description available Powertrain
BMWP1716SMG: Switch-on frequency, hydraulic unit BrandPowertrain
BYDP171613 gear sensor 1 short to ground BrandPowertrain
CheryP1716Key lock solenoid current too large BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1716SSC Inductive Signature Malfunction BrandPowertrain
DFFSP1716Turbine speed circuit failure BrandPowertrain
DFFXP1716PG assy BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1716Wheel Speed Signal: Front Right (G45): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1716Gruppo PG BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1716Wheel Speed Signal: Front Right (G45): Implausible Signal BrandPowertrain
GMP1716SSC Inductive Signature Malfunction BrandPowertrain
Great WallP1716PG assy BrandPowertrain
HafeiP1716PG assy BrandPowertrain
HondaP1716Transmission Park Position Sensor A/B Short BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP1716No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1716No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1716No description available Powertrain
MahindraP1716No description available Powertrain
MaseratiP1716No description available Powertrain
MitsubishiP1716PG assy BrandPowertrain
NissanP1716No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1716No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1716Hardwaresystemfehler: Interner Systembus B gestürt BrandPowertrain
ProtonP1716PG assy BrandPowertrain
SaabP1716SSC Inductive Signature Malfunction BrandPowertrain
SubaruP1716ATF Temp. Sensor 2 Circuit Low BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP1716TURBINE REV S/CIRC BrandPowertrain
TataP1716No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1716Shift solenoid C inductive signature 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1716 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP171600Fehlereintrag leichte Verunreinigung des Kraftstofffilters BrandPowertrain
SprinterP171600Fehlereintrag leichte Verunreinigung des Kraftstofffilters BrandPowertrain
SsangYongP171600Throttle not learnt error BrandPowertrain

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