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P1897 Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations)

4 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 4 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1897
Engine control module (ECM) - communication malfunction Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a communication fault involving Engine control module (ECM) on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

ECM

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1897
Engine control module (ECM) communication malfunction Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a communication fault involving Engine control module (ECM) on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

ECM

Honda

1 interpretation
P1897
CVT - poor acceleration Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

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

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • drive pulley pressure control valve
  • TCM

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1897
Engine speed calculation error Jeep · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Engine speed calculation error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

Possible causes

ECM

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How to read P1897

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

897

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1897

What does P1897 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations). The control module detected a communication fault involving Engine control module (ECM) on the vehicle network. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1897 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1897 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Dodge, Honda, Jeep. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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