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P1618 Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations)

12 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 11 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

BMW

1 interpretation
P1618
Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), A - below lower limit BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), A - below value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Air filter blocked
  • MAF/VAF sensor

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • poor connection
  • oil pressure sensor
  • APP sensor
  • CKP sensor
  • throttle control unit

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • poor connection
  • oil pressure sensor
  • APP sensor
  • CKP sensor
  • throttle control unit

Ford

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) Ford · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Ford.

Possible causes

Incorrect programming

Honda

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) - internal fault Honda · software Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Engine control module (ECM) - internal fault". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

ECM

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine torque control - limit reached/exceeded Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the monitored Engine torque control - limit reached/ value exceeded the calibrated threshold. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic Jeep · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Engine control module (ECM) - primary 5 volt output erratic circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • poor connection
  • oil pressure sensor
  • APP sensor
  • CKP sensor
  • throttle control unit

Opel

1 interpretation
P1618
Engine control module (ECM) - malfunction Opel · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Engine control module (ECM). This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Opel.

Suzuki

1 interpretation
P1618
Keyless start control module - CAN circuit malfunction Suzuki · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Keyless start control module - CAN circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Suzuki.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • keyless start control module
  • ECM

VAG

2 interpretations
P1618
Glow plug relay - short to positive VAG · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Glow plug relay circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • glow plug relay
Applies to Audi
P1618
Glow plug relay - short to positive VAG · ignition Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Glow plug relay circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • glow plug relay

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Volkswagen

Volvo

1 interpretation
P1618
Transmission control module (TCM) - MIL request Volvo · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Transmission control module (TCM) - MIL request 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.

Possible causes

Automatic transmission malfunction

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1618

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

618

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1618

What does P1618 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (12 interpretations). The control module detected that the Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), A - below value was below the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1618 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1618 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Opel, Suzuki, VAG, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1618 at file level?

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