Serial Communicating Link Control Module
BMW · engine
Data confidence62%
The control module detected a fault associated with the Serial Communicating Link Control Module circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.
Serial Communication Problem With Device 8
Chevrolet · engine
Data confidence80%
The control module detected a communication fault involving Serial on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.
Engine control module (ECM) - MIL circuit
Land Rover · engine
Data confidence62%
The control module detected improper operation of the Engine control module (ECM) - MIL circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.
Power steering pressure (PSP) switch - circuit malfunction
VAG · steering
Data confidence62%
The control module detected improper operation of the Power steering pressure (PSP) switch circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Electronic throttle system (ETS) - throttle valve command/actual throttle valve position, correlation
Volvo · engine
Data confidence62%
The control module detected a fault associated with the Electronic throttle system (ETS) - throttle valve command/actual throttle valve position, correlation circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
608
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P1608
What does P1608 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Serial Communicating Link Control Module circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.
Is P1608 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1608 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Chevrolet, Ford, Land Rover, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P1608 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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