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P1606 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1606

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1606 means

P1606
Rough road signal - circuit malfunction VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Rough road circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • ABS control module trouble code(s) stored
  • CAN data bus
Applies to Audi
P1606
Rough Road/Engine Torque Signal from ABS: Electrical Malfunction VAG · braking Data confidence 84%

The control module detected an electrical fault in the Rough Road/Engine Torque Signal from ABS circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18014. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON

Possible causes

Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Brake Electronics faulty

Recommended checks

Check Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Brake Electronics

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1606

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

606

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1606

What does P1606 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Rough road circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1606 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1606 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1606 at file level?

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