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P1518 Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations)

6 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 6 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1518
Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Serial Data Circuit Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Serial Data circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check power supplies and grounds
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Ford

1 interpretation
P1518
Intake Manifold Runner Control Fault Stuck Open Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module determined that the Intake Manifold Runner Control Fault did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • IMRC actuator
  • ECM

Recommended checks

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

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1518
Intake manifold air control system - valve stuck open Land Rover · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module determined that the Intake manifold air control system - valve did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • intake manifold air control system
  • mechanical fault

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1518
Intake manifold air control - stuck open Mazda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module determined that the Intake manifold air control did not change state as commanded and appears stuck. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • air control solenoid
  • ECM

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1518
Starter motor switch - circuit malfunction Subaru · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Starter motor switch circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

Wiring

VAG

1 interpretation
P1518
Engine control relay - short to positive VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Engine control relay circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • engine control relay
Applies to Audi

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1518

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

518

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1518

What does P1518 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Serial Data circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1518 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1518 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Ford, Land Rover, Mazda, Subaru, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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