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PowertrainP1877

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Short circuit to positive

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorP1877Clutch higher reference point BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP1877No description available Powertrain
BMWP1877Short circuit to positive BrandPowertrain
CheryP1877Transmission Coolant Control Relay (J696): Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1877Wrong Transponder Key BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1877Transmission Coolant Control Relay (J696): Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1877Gear blocked BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1877Transmission Coolant Control Relay (J696): Open Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP1877Transfer Case 2WD Solenoid Circ Short To Battery BrandPowertrain
HoldenP1877Engagement of 1st Gear BrandPowertrain
HondaP1877No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP1877No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP1877Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Short To Battery BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP1877Gear blocked BrandPowertrain
OpelP1877Transfer Case 2WD Solenoid Circ Short To Battery BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1877No description available Powertrain
ProtonP1877Gear blocked BrandPowertrain
SaabP1877Transfer Case 2WD Solenoid Circ Short To Battery BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P1877Gear Engagement Error on 1st gear BrandPowertrain
SmartP1877No description available Powertrain
SprinterP1877No description available Powertrain
SuzukiP1877Torque converter control signal malcunction (SC2) 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 P1877 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP187700Over temperature error for CACPmp BrandPowertrain
SprinterP187700Over temperature error for CACPmp BrandPowertrain

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