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P160A Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations)

7 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 3 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2
Brand pages:BMWPSAVolvo

BMW

1 interpretation
P160A
Manifold differential pressure (MOP) sensor, bank 1 - pressure above upper limit BMW · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Manifold differential pressure (MOP) sensor, bank 1 - pressure above value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Air leak/blockage between air filter and MAF sensor
  • air leak between throttle body and intake valves
  • MOP sensor

PSA

5 interpretations
P160A
ECU identification fault PSA · software Data confidence 72%

The stored code identifies a fault of the ECU identification fault. Documented for the AM6/AT6 automatic gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models. PSA documentation does not characterise the failure mode further.

Applies to Peugeot AM6/AT6 automatic gearbox ECU
P160A
ECU identification fault : Absent PSA · software Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Absent" for the ECU identification fault. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)
P160A
Approval identification number writing fault PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The stored code identifies a fault of the Approval identification number writing fault. Documented for the Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models. PSA documentation does not characterise the failure mode further.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi)
P160A
Downloading / Configuration : Homologation no. configuration fault PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Homologation no. configuration fault" for the Downloading / Configuration. Documented for the Continental SID 807 injection ECU (DV6C 1.6 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Continental SID 807 injection ECU (DV6C 1.6 HDi)
P160A
Downloading/Configuration : Homologation no. configuration fault PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Homologation no. configuration fault" for the Downloading/Configuration. Documented for the Delphi DCM 3.5 injection ECU (DW10C 2.0 HDi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Delphi DCM 3.5 injection ECU (DW10C 2.0 HDi)

Volvo

1 interpretation
P160A
Electronic throttle system (ETS) - circuit malfunction Volvo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Electronic throttle system (ETS) circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volvo.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • TP sensor
  • ETS control module

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How to read P160A

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

60A

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P160A

What does P160A mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (7 interpretations). The control module detected that the Manifold differential pressure (MOP) sensor, bank 1 - pressure above value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P160A generic or manufacturer-specific?

P160A is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, PSA, Volvo. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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