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PowertrainP1852

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Data bus powertrain implausible message from engine control

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1852Gearbox adaptation interlocked adaptation failed to return empty BrandPowertrain
BMWP1852implausible signal or value BrandPowertrain
CheryP1852Powertrain Data Bus: Implausible Message ECU BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1852Solenoid 1 Output Circuit Open BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1852Powertrain Data Bus: Implausible Message ECU BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1852Fourche 1 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1852Powertrain Data Bus: Implausible Message ECU BrandPowertrain
GMP1852Brake Band Apply SolenoidLow Voltage BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1852Clutch Temperature Too High BrandPowertrain
Land RoverP1852Transfer case contact plate B - short circuit to ground BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1852Shift fork 1/2 move opposite BrandPowertrain
OpelP1852Brake Band Apply SolenoidLow Voltage BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1852No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1852Shift fork 1/2 move opposite BrandPowertrain
SaabP1852Brake Band Apply SolenoidLow Voltage BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1852Clutch Temperature exceeds limits BrandPowertrain
SmartP1852No description available Powertrain
SubaruP1852No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1852Sensor Power Supply 'A BrandPowertrain
TataP1852No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP1852Data bus powertrain implausible message from engine control BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP1852Drive train data bus, implausible message from engine CU 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 P1852 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP185200Short to ground for position encoder 2 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP185262The power supply of control unit 'On-board charger' has a malfunction. The signal comparison is faulty. BrandPowertrain

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