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P1611 VAG - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - short to ground

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1611

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What P1611 means

P1611
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - short to ground VAG · body Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

Wiring short to ground

Applies to Audi

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1611

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

611

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1611

What does P1611 mean?

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - short to ground. The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1611 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1611 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 P1611 at file level?

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