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.
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P1589 Ford - Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Ford. All interpretations of P1589
What P1589 means
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How to read P1589
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1589
What does P1589 mean?
Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle. 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. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1589 at file level?
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