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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15

P1160 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 8 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1160
Ignition Voltage Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Ignition Voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1160
Ignition Voltage Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Ignition Voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Jeep

1 interpretation
P1160
Ignition Voltage Jeep · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Ignition Voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jeep.

MINI

1 interpretation
P1160
Fuel Trim Additive Bank 2 Low MINI · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel Trim Additive Bank 2 Low circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Nissan

1 interpretation
P1160
Turbocharger (TC) wastegate pressure sensor - circuit malfunction Nissan · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Turbocharger (TC) wastegate pressure circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Nissan.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • TC pressure sensor
  • hose leak/ blockage
  • ECM

PSA

1 interpretation
P1160
Inlet air manifold : Air leak PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Air leak" for the Inlet air manifold. Documented for the Magneti Marelli MM6KP engine ECU (EW7A/EW10A) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Magneti Marelli MM6KP engine ECU (EW7A/EW10A)

Subaru

1 interpretation
P1160
Throttle actuator control (TAC) - return spring failure Subaru · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle actuator control (TAC) - return spring circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Subaru.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • TAC motor

VAG

1 interpretation
P1160
Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - short to ground VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the Intake air temperature (IAT) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to ground
  • IAT sensor
Applies to Audi

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1160

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

160

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1160

What does P1160 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Ignition Voltage circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1160 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1160 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, MINI, Nissan, PSA, Subaru, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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