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P161B Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations)

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

P · PowertrainSoftwareOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P161B
Throttle motor control module - performance Chevrolet · software Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Throttle motor control module behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • ECM
  • transmission
  • A/C compressor
  • manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor hose

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P161B
ECM Torque Calculation Performance Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the ECM Torque Calculation behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.

Possible causes

  • Intake air leak
  • electronic throttle system (ETS)
  • exhaust blockage
  • ECM

Kia

1 interpretation
P161B
Engine control module (ECM)/torque information - malfunction Kia · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Engine control module (ECM)/torque information. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Kia.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • intake air leak
  • electronic throttle system (ETS)
  • exhaust blockage
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P161B

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

61B

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P161B

What does P161B mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (3 interpretations). The control module judged the Throttle motor control module behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P161B generic or manufacturer-specific?

P161B is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Hyundai, Kia. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P161B at file level?

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