PowertrainP1C40
SeriousSeverity: Serious - have it checked soon
Motor overheating warning
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
- Sensor or actuator fault
- Wiring or connector fault
- Vacuum or intake leak
- Fuel or ignition problem
- Control module fault
3Can I drive?
Stop safely and switch the engine off if the car is overheating, smoking or smells of burning, and have it recovered. Do not keep driving.
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 15
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Chery | P1C40 | Motor overheating warning Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P1C40 | Koelmiddelafsluitklep 5 Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Holden | P1C40 | Calculated Motor Position Angle Not Learned - Motor Speed Too Low Brand | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P1C40 | Output current SNS. 0 point fail Brand | Powertrain |
| Opel | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Proton | P1C40 | Output current SNS. 0 point fail Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P1C40 | Offset Calibration Acceleration Timeout Brand | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P1C40 | No description available | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P1C40 | ECM Data Error 1,2,3 Brand | Powertrain |
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 1
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1C40 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | P1C4000 | Communication with the coolant pump of the high-voltage battery module has a malfunction. Brand | Powertrain |
6Related codes
Browse Pxxx codes or P1C4xx codes.