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P1617 VAG - Glow plug warning lamp - open circuit/short to ground

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1617

P · PowertrainIgnitionOBD2

What P1617 means

P1617
Glow plug warning lamp - open circuit/short to ground VAG · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Glow plug warning lamp circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Bulb
  • wiring open circuit/short to ground
Applies to Audi
P1617
Glow plug warning lamp - open circuit/short to ground VAG · ignition Data confidence 80%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Glow plug warning lamp circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Bulb
  • wiring open circuit/short to ground
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1617

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

617

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1617

What does P1617 mean?

Glow plug warning lamp - open circuit/short to ground. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Glow plug warning lamp circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1617 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1617 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 P1617 at file level?

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