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P1596 Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

2 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 2 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainDriver_assistanceOBD2
Brand pages:ChryslerPSA

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1596
Cruise control master switch - high voltage Chrysler · driver_assistance Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Cruise control master switch - high voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • cruise control master switch

PSA

1 interpretation
P1596
Gear selection actuator electric motor control fault : High stop PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Gear selection actuator electric motor control fault was above its expected limit. Documented for the Automated manual gearbox electric control ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Automated manual gearbox electric control ECU

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1596

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

596

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1596

What does P1596 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Cruise control master switch - high voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1596 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1596 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1596 at file level?

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