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P160F Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), 1 - incorrect signal

1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMW

BMW

1 interpretation
P160F
Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), 1 - incorrect signal BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), 1 state or value did not match what was expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • connections
  • MAF/VAF sensor

Related and nearby codes

How to read P160F

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

60F

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P160F

What does P160F mean?

Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), 1 - incorrect signal. The control module detected that the Mass air flow (MAF)/volume air flow (VAF), 1 state or value did not match what was expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P160F generic or manufacturer-specific?

P160F is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P160F at file level?

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