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PowertrainP1949

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Control module 2 for coolant fan: defective; Open circuit

8 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

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

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

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 8

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryP1949Control Module 2 for Coolant Fan: Defective BrandPowertrain
DFXKP1949Control Module 2 for Coolant Fan: Defective BrandPowertrain
EOBDP1949Kjøleviftekontrollmodul 2 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP1949Control Module 2 for Coolant Fan: Defective BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP1949No description available Powertrain
PorscheP1949No description available Powertrain
TataP1949No description available Powertrain
VolkswagenP1949Control module 2 for coolant fan: defective; 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 P1949 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP194900Fehlereintrag Hybrid System Fehler 27 BrandPowertrain
SprinterP194900Fehlereintrag Hybrid System Fehler 27 BrandPowertrain

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