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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P1493 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 7 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainBatteryOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1493
Ambient/battery temperature sensor - voltage low Chrysler · battery Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Ambient/battery temperature voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ambient/battery temperature sensor

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1493
Ambient/battery temperature sensor - voltage low Dodge · battery Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Ambient/battery temperature voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ambient/battery temperature sensor
  • ECM

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1493
Ambient/battery temperature sensor - voltage low Jeep · battery Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Ambient/battery temperature voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ambient/battery temperature sensor

Mitsubishi

1 interpretation
P1493
Battery Temperature Sensor Signal Too Low Condition Mitsubishi · battery Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Battery Temperature value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1493
Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system - control valve malfunction Nissan · emissions Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system - control valve. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • EVAP valve
  • hose leak/blockage
  • EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve
  • EVAP canister contaminated
  • ECM

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1493
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) solenoid valve - signal 1 - voltage high Subaru · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) solenoid valve - signal 1 voltage stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • EGR solenoid valve
  • ECM

VAG

2 interpretations
P1493
Low Pressure Pump For Brake Power Too Low VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Low Pressure Pump For Brake Power value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Applies to Audi
P1493
Low Pressure Pump For Brake Power Too Low VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Low Pressure Pump For Brake Power value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1493

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

493

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1493

What does P1493 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected that the Ambient/battery temperature voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1493 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1493 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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