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P15A6 Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations)

3 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 3 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMWHondaPSA

BMW

1 interpretation
P15A6
WT overload protection, control motor - current high, bank 2 BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the current in the WT overload protection, control motor circuit was above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Mechanical fault
  • servo motor short circuit
  • servo motor shorted to ground

Honda

1 interpretation
P15A6
U phase motor current sensor - circuit malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the U phase motor current circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • U phase motor current sensor
  • motor control module (MCM) programming
  • MCM

PSA

1 interpretation
P15A6
Oil pressure regulation fault : Pressure too high in relation to the setting PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Oil pressure regulation fault was above its expected limit. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)

Related and nearby codes

How to read P15A6

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

5A6

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P15A6

What does P15A6 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations). The control module detected that the current in the WT overload protection, control motor circuit was above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P15A6 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P15A6 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Honda, PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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