OBD-II code · manufacturer-specific
P1890
Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Short to Ground
- System
- P1 — Powertrain (manufacturer-specific)
- Severity
- Moderate (3/5)
- Can I keep driving?
- Drive with caution
What does P1890 mean?
P1890 is defined as “Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Short to Ground”.
Drive gently and only as far as you need to; have it checked as soon as possible.
Manufacturer-specific meanings
The same code can mean something different on some makes.
- Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GM, GMC, Oldsmobile, Saturn: ECM Data Input Circuit
- Citroen, Diğer, Peugeot: Transmission 4WD Mode Select Return Input Circuit Failure
Related codes
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- P1893Engine Torque Signal Low Voltage
- P1886Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Failure
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