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P1524 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1524

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2

What P1524 means

P1524
Fuel pump relay - open circuit/short to ground VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Fuel pump relay 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 ground
  • fuel pump relay
Applies to Audi
P1524
Fuel Pump Relay (J17): Open or Short to Ground VAG · fuel Data confidence 84%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Fuel Pump Relay (J17): Open or circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17932. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Engine still stand

Possible causes

  • Wiring from/to Fuel Pump Relay (J17) faulty (Short to Ground)
  • Fuel Pump Relay (J17) faulty

Recommended checks

Check/Replace Fuel Pump Relay (J17)

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1524

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

524

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1524

What does P1524 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Fuel pump relay circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1524 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1524 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 P1524 at file level?

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