Hours: 07–23 daily

TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15

P1561 BMW - VVT control circuit, bank 2 - short circuit

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for BMW. All interpretations of P1561

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1561 means

P1561
VVT control circuit, bank 2 - short circuit BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the VVT control circuit, bank 2 - short circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connections

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1561

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

561

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1561

What does P1561 mean?

VVT control circuit, bank 2 - short circuit. The control module detected improper operation of the VVT control circuit, bank 2 - short circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1561 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1561 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1561 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

Other file services

ECU tuningStage 1 dyno results for BMW engines See the results →

← Search the full DTC database