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P1693 Diagnostic Trouble Code (14 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1693
DTC Detected In ECM Or PCM Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the DTC Detected In ECM Or PCM circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Confirm the exact vehicle, ECU and software context
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Kia

1 interpretation
P1693
MIL - circuit malfunction Kia · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the MIL circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • MIL
  • ECM
  • TCM

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check power supplies and grounds
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information

Land Rover

1 interpretation
P1693
Immobilizer signal Land Rover · immobilizer Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Immobilizer signal circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Land Rover.

Possible causes

ECM not configured

Lexus

1 interpretation
P1693
OCV for VVTL Close Malfunction Lexus · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the OCV for VVTL Close. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Lexus.

Mazda

1 interpretation
P1693
Turbo Charge Control Circuit Mazda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Turbo Charge Control circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mazda.

Porsche

1 interpretation
P1693
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Porsche · body Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Porsche.

PSA

6 interpretations
P1693
Controlled engine starting and stopping : Starting or stopping requests absent or not valid PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Starting or stopping requests absent or not valid" for the Controlled engine starting and stopping. 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)
P1693
Fault in reception of the "controlled engine starting and stopping" information on the CAN : Value received incorrect PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the value received for the Fault in reception of the "controlled engine starting and stopping" information on the CAN over the network was incorrect. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)
P1693
Fault in reception of the "controlled engine starting and stopping" information on the CAN network : Value received incorrect PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the value received for the Fault in reception of the "controlled engine starting and stopping" information on the CAN network over the network was incorrect. Documented for the Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi)
P1693
Controlled engine starting and stopping : Request for starting or stopping not plausibleor absent PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the Controlled engine starting and stopping was implausible for the operating conditions. Documented for the Delphi DCM 3.5 injection ECU (DW10C 2.0 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Delphi DCM 3.5 injection ECU (DW10C 2.0 HDi)
P1693
Controlled engine starting and stopping control reception anomaly : Value received incorrect PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected that the value received for the Controlled engine starting and stopping control reception anomaly over the network was incorrect. Documented for the Magneti Marelli MM6KP engine ECU (EW7A/EW10A) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Magneti Marelli MM6KP engine ECU (EW7A/EW10A)
P1693
Controlled engine starting and stopping : Starting or stopping requests absent or not valid PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Starting or stopping requests absent or not valid" for the Controlled engine starting and stopping. Documented for the Siemens SID 803 injection ECU (DW10BTED4 2.0 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Siemens SID 803 injection ECU (DW10BTED4 2.0 HDi)

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1693
Variable valve timing - malfunction Toyota · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Variable valve timing. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • valve timing sensor
  • ECM

VAG

1 interpretation
P1693
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) - short to positive VAG · body Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Instrumentation control module trouble code(s) stored
  • wiring short to positive
  • matching resistor in ECM
Applies to Audi

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1693

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

693

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1693

What does P1693 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (14 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the DTC Detected In ECM Or PCM circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1693 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1693 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Porsche, PSA, Toyota, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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