PowertrainP1D89

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Motor temperature too high

5 brands affected · Description from DFFS 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

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
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 5

Brand	Code	Description	System
DFFS	P1D89	Motor temperature too high Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P1D89	F_RPM styrkrets Brand	Powertrain
Honda	P1D89	No description available	Powertrain
Proton	P1D89	No description available	Powertrain
Subaru	P1D89	No description available	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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P1D89 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P1D8900	Kühlmittelverlust im Plug-In Kühlkreislauf erkannt Brand	Powertrain
SsangYong	P1D8911	Cell temperature sensor 3 circuit signal low Brand	Powertrain
SsangYong	P1D8912	Cell temperature sensor 3 circuit open/signal high Brand	Powertrain

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