Fuel temperature sensor - open circuit/short to positive
VAG · fuel
Data confidence62%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Fuel temperature circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
Wiring open circuit/short to positive
fuel temperature sensor
Applies toAudi
P1163
Fuel Temp Sensor (G81): Open or Short to Plus
VAG · engine
Data confidence88%
The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Fuel Temp Sensor (G81): Open or circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17571. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
1
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
163
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1163
What does P1163 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Fuel temperature circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Is P1163 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1163 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1163 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.