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OBD II Fault Code P0638 :

Description of Fault code P0638

INTAKE SHUTTER VALVE (ISV) ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE RANGE/PERFORMANCE PROBLEM

Possible failuer P0638

  • Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Actuator Control Module
  • Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Actuator Control Module (DC motor)
  • Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Position Sensor A/B
  • Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Body

Diagnostic Procedure using AutoHex II Scan Tool

  • The deviation between the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) position target and the actual value of the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Position is detected more than a specified value.
  • The power current running into the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Actuator Control Module is detected more than a specified value, or the temperature of the Motor Driver is detected more than a specified value.

Test Conditions using AutoHex tester

  • Continuously

Clear Fault codes Conditions

  • The deviation between the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) position target and the actual value of the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Position is detected more than a specified value.
  • The power current running into the Intake Shutter Valve (ISV) Actuator Control Module is detected more than a specified value, or the temperature of the Motor Driver is detected more than a specified value.

MIL Status

  • Check Engine Light ON

BMW ECU Programming


Note:

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  • This fault code is a GERENRIC fault code, some cars may change the meaning of this fault code.
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