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P1589 Diagnostic Trouble Code (9 interpretations)

9 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 7 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Ford

1 interpretation
P1589
Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Honda

1 interpretation
P1589
Motor power inverter module - current signal problem Honda · hybrid Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Motor power inverter module - current signal problem circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Motor power inverter module current sensor
  • motor control module (MCM) programming
  • MCM
  • motor power inverter module
  • power drive unit capacitor

Mercedes-Benz

1 interpretation
P1589
Engine control module (ECM), bank 2, knock control - defective Mercedes-Benz · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module's internal test reported the Engine control module (ECM), bank 2, knock control as faulty. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mercedes-Benz.

Possible causes

  • Fuel contamination
  • mechanical fault
  • ECM

PSA

2 interpretations
P1589
Flowmeter signal : Supply voltage too low PSA · battery Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Flowmeter signal was below its expected limit. Documented for the Bosch EDC16C34 injection ECU (DV6TED4 1.6 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch EDC16C34 injection ECU (DV6TED4 1.6 HDi)
P1589
Oil pressure sensor supply fault : Short circuit to earth PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Oil pressure sensor supply fault circuit. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1589
Acceleration Sensor Learning Value Toyota · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Acceleration Sensor Learning Value circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1589
AC/heater air temperature control switch - short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the AC/heater air temperature control switch circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • AC/heater air temperature control switch
Applies to Audi
P1589
AC/heater air temperature control switch - short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the AC/heater air temperature control switch circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • AC/heater air temperature control switch
Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1589
Electronic throttle system (ETS) - range/performance problem Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Electronic throttle system (ETS) behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • throttle valve tight/sticking
  • TP sensor
  • ETS control module

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1589

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

589

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1589

What does P1589 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (9 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Is P1589 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1589 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Ford, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, PSA, Toyota, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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