The control module detected that the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 1 signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
Possible causes
- Wiring short to positive
- APP sensor
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Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1631
The control module detected that the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 1 signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
The control module detected that the Accelerator Position Sensor (G79) value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18039. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected that the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 1 signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.
P1631 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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