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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15

P1516 Diagnostic Trouble Code (9 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1516
Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Throttle Actuator Position behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Ford

1 interpretation
P1516
Intake Manifold Runner Control Input Error Bank 1 Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Intake Manifold Runner Control Input Error Bank 1". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • mechanical fault

Honda

1 interpretation
P1516
Throttle position motor - position performance Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Throttle position motor - position behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Throttle valve tight/sticking
  • TP sensor
  • wiring
  • throttle control unit
  • ECM

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1516
Intake manifold air control system Land Rover · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Intake manifold air control system circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • intake manifold air control system
  • mechanical fault

Porsche

1 interpretation
P1516
Intake Manifold Resonance Flap Porsche · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Intake Manifold Resonance Flap circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Porsche.

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1516
Idle air (IAC) control valve, circuit 4 - voltage low Subaru · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Idle air (IAC) control valve, circuit 4 voltage stayed below the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • lAC valve
  • ECM

Suzuki

1 interpretation
P1516
Throttle Actuator Control Module Throttle Actuator Position Performance Suzuki · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Throttle Actuator Control Module Throttle Actuator Position behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Suzuki.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1516
Intake manifold air control solenoid 1 - open circuit VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Intake manifold air control solenoid 1 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • intake manifold air control solenoid
Applies to Audi
P1516
Intake Manifold Valve (N156): Open Circuit VAG · engine Data confidence 84%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Intake Manifold Valve (N156) circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17924. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Possible causes

  • Wiring from/to Intake Manifold Valve (N156) faulty
  • Intake Manifold Valve (N156) faulty

Recommended checks

Check/Replace Intake Manifold Valve (N156)

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1516

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

516

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1516

What does P1516 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (9 interpretations). The control module judged the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Throttle Actuator Position behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1516 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1516 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Land Rover, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1516 at file level?

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