Engine control module (ECM) - 5 volt output low
Chrysler · engine
Data confidence62%
The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) - 5 volt output low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve’coil 1 - short/open circuit
Mazda · emissions
Data confidence62%
The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve’coil 1 - short/ circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.
5 Volt Supply Output Too Low
Mitsubishi · engine
Data confidence80%
The control module detected that the 5 Volt Supply Output value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.
Turbocharger : Incorrect position in relation to the reference value, excessive turbocharging (After Sales)
PSA · engine
Data confidence72%
The control module detected the fault condition "Incorrect position in relation to the reference value, excessive turbocharging (After Sales)" for the Turbocharger. Documented for the Continental SID 807 injection ECU (DV6C 1.6 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
Variable geometry turbocharger : Position incorrect in relation to the requirement (Too much turbocharging pressure) (APV)
PSA · engine
Data confidence72%
The control module detected the fault condition "Position incorrect in relation to the requirement (Too much turbocharging pressure) (APV)" for the Variable geometry turbocharger. Documented for the Delphi DCM 3.5 injection ECU (DW10C 2.0 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) solenoid valve - signal 3 - voltage low
Subaru · emissions
Data confidence62%
The control module detected that the Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) solenoid valve - signal 3 voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
496
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1496
What does P1496 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) - 5 volt output low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.
Is P1496 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1496 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Mazda, Mitsubishi, PSA, Subaru. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1496 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.