The control module detected a communication fault involving CAN data bus, TCM on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.
Possible causes
- Wiring
- CAN data bus
- TCM
- ECM
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Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Volvo. All interpretations of P1631
The control module detected a communication fault involving CAN data bus, TCM on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
CAN data bus, TCM - communication error. The control module detected a communication fault involving CAN data bus, TCM on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.
P1631 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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