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P1801 Kia - Immobilizer Transponder Error

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Kia. All interpretations of P1801

P · PowertrainImmobilizerDriveability: No_startOBD2

What P1801 means

P1801
Immobilizer Transponder Error Kia · immobilizer Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Immobilizer Transponder Error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

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How to read P1801

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

801

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1801

What does P1801 mean?

Immobilizer Transponder Error. The control module registered the fault condition described as "Immobilizer Transponder Error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Is P1801 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1801 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 P1801 at file level?

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