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P1642 Kia - Engine control module (ECM) - non immobilizer/incorrect type

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Kia. All interpretations of P1642

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What P1642 means

P1642
Engine control module (ECM) - non immobilizer/incorrect type Kia · immobilizer Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Engine control module (ECM) - non immobilizer/ state or value did not match what was expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Possible causes

ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1642

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

642

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1642

What does P1642 mean?

Engine control module (ECM) - non immobilizer/incorrect type. The control module detected that the Engine control module (ECM) - non immobilizer/ state or value did not match what was expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Is P1642 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1642 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Kia. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1642 at file level?

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