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P1639 Diagnostic Trouble Code (10 interpretations)

10 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 9 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainTransmissionOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1639
TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM Performance Chrysler · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1639
TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM Performance Dodge · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Ford

1 interpretation
P1639
Vehicle ID Block Corrupted or Not Programmed Ford · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Vehicle ID Block Corrupted or Not Programmed 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 vehicle 10 configuration
  • ECM

Honda

1 interpretation
P1639
Motor control module (MCM) - signal circuit malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Motor control module (MCM) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • MCM
  • ECM programming
  • ECM

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P1639
ECM (Monitoring ADC) - Malfunction Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

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

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1639
TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM Performance Jeep · transmission Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1639
Engine control module (ECM) - keep alive test error Mazda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Engine control module (ECM) - keep alive test error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ECM not programmed
  • ECM

PSA

1 interpretation
P1639
Injection system supply relay circuit (Power stage) : Open circuit PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Injection system supply relay circuit (Power stage) circuit. Documented for the Bosch EDC16C34 injection ECU (DV6TED4 1.6 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch EDC16C34 injection ECU (DV6TED4 1.6 HDi)

VAG

2 interpretations
P1639
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 1/2 - range/performance problem VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 1/2 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • APP sensor
Applies to Audi
P1639
Accelerator Position Sensor 1/2 (G79/G185): Implausible Signal VAG · engine Data confidence 84%

The control module judged the Accelerator Position Sensor 1/2 (G79/G185) signal implausible when compared with other operating data. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18047. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON
  • Reduced Engine Output

Possible causes

  • Wiring and/or connections faulty
  • Faulty ECM
  • Faulty Accelerator Pedal

Recommended checks

  • Check Measuring Block Readings for Accelerator Pedal
  • Check Voltage Signals from ECM to Throttle Pedal (see factory repair manual)
  • Check Wiring and Connectors from ECM to Accelerator Pedal
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1639

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

639

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1639

What does P1639 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (10 interpretations). The control module judged the TCM Internal CAN 2 RAM behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1639 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1639 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Mazda, PSA, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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