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Code
P1641

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Control Circuit

Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls
Severity
Check Engine Light
Applies to
Silverado, Sierra, Corvette, Camaro, Tahoe
Related
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What it means

P1641. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Control Circuit. This Chevy-enhanced code applies to Silverado, Sierra, Corvette, Camaro, Tahoe.

Findings, check these first

  • Open or short in the MIL control circuit between PCM and instrument cluster
  • Burned-out or missing MIL bulb in the instrument cluster
  • Corroded PCM or cluster connectors
  • Short to ground or voltage in the MIL driver circuit
  • Faulty powertrain control module MIL driver

Standard procedure

  1. Command the MIL on and off with a Tech2 scan tool to verify the circuit
  2. Inspect the instrument cluster MIL bulb and cluster connectors
  3. Test the MIL control circuit for opens, shorts to ground, and shorts to voltage
  4. Check PCM powers, grounds, and connector pin tension
  5. Repair wiring or replace the cluster or PCM only after circuit testing

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Last updated 2026-09-13.

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