FIAT P1524: Oil Pressure Out Of Range-Camshaft Advance-Retard Disabled

Is your scanner showing FIAT P1524?
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FIAT P1524: Oil Pressure Out Of Range-Camshaft Advance-Retard Disabled

OVERVIEW
Severity
:
High
DIY Difficulty Level
:
Advanced
Repair Cost
:
$80-$200
Can I Still Drive?
:
No

What Does The FIAT P1524 Code Mean?

For the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) to enable, the oil pressure has to be approximately 42 psi. For the VVA to remain enabled the engine oil pressure can not drop below 31 psi.

What Are The Symptoms Of The FIAT P1524 Code?

A small number of customers may experience long crank times on engine start up. In addition, the customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.

Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) have stored in the PCM:

  • P1524 – Oil Pressure out of range – Camshaft advance/retard disabled.
  • P113D – O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response

What Are The Potential Causes Of The FIAT P1524 Code?

PCM has shut off fuel injectors due to the fuel accumulation counter reaching its calibrated limit.

Recommended Parts

Below are some recommended auto parts to help you address the trouble code affecting your vehicle and get it running smoothly again:

>>> WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit
>>> Fiat Engine Control Module

Note: During the purchasing process, please check carefully whether the part you want to buy fits your car!

Reference Sources

FIAT P1524, DTCDECODE.

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