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P1160 VAG - Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - short to ground

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1160

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What P1160 means

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?

Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor - short to ground. 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.

Is P1160 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1160 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1160 at file level?

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