The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the "MIL" warning lamp (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) (Application connected by wire only) 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.
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P1642 PSA - "MIL" warning lamp (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) (Application connected by wire only) : Open circuit
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for PSA. All interpretations of P1642
What P1642 means
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How to read P1642
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Frequently asked questions about P1642
What does P1642 mean?
"MIL" warning lamp (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) (Application connected by wire only) : Open circuit. The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the "MIL" warning lamp (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) (Application connected by wire only) 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.
Is P1642 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P1642 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
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