BMW P1636: Throttle Valve Position Control, Range Check (Bank 1)
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BMW P1636: Throttle Valve Position Control, Range Check (Bank 1)
OVERVIEWWhat Does The BMW P1636 Code Mean?
Engine started, and the battery voltage is greater than 7 volts, and the comparison of the throttle valve’s actual angle to its specified angle is great than 0.2 seconds and less than 0.5 seconds greater than a valve calculated from rpm and temperature.
What Are The Potential Causes Of The BMW P1636 Code?
- TP sensor signal circuit is open (inspect wiring & connector)
- TP sensor signal circuit is shorted to ground
- TP sensor or module is damaged or it has failed
- Throttle valve is damaged or dirty
- Throttle valve control module is faulty
Recommended Parts
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Reference Sources
BMW P1636, DTCDECODE.
