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P1685 Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations)

3 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 3 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMWHondaMazda

BMW

1 interpretation
P1685
Oil quality sensor - temperature error BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Oil quality sensor - temperature error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

Oil quality sensor

Honda

1 interpretation
P1685
Engine torque signal - circuit low input Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the signal in the Engine torque circuit stayed below the expected operating range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • motor control module (MCM)
  • ECM

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1685
Metering Oil Pump Stepping Motor Cont Circuit Mazda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Metering Oil Pump Stepping Motor Cont circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1685

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

685

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1685

What does P1685 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations). The control module registered the fault condition described as "Oil quality sensor - temperature error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1685 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1685 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Honda, Mazda. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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