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PowertrainP1945

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Control module 1 for cooling fan: output short circuit; Open circuit

13 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP1945Control Module 1 for Cooling Fan: Output Short Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP1945No description available Powertrain
DFXKP1945Control Module 1 for Cooling Fan: Output Short Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1945Radiatorvifte styreenhet 1 kortslutning BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1945Control Module 1 for Cooling Fan: Output Short Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP1945No description available Powertrain
HoldenP1945No description available Powertrain
OpelP1945No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP1945No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1945No description available Powertrain
SaabP1945No description available Powertrain
TataP1945No description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP1945Control module 1 for cooling fan: output short circuit; Open circuit 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 P1945 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP194500Fehlereintrag Hybrid System Fehler 23 BrandPowertrain
SprinterP194500Fehlereintrag Hybrid System Fehler 23 BrandPowertrain

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