The stored code identifies a fault of the ECU fault. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual 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.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.15
P162B PSA - ECU fault : Secondary microprocessor - Clutch speed information
Manufacturer-specific interpretation for PSA. All interpretations of P162B
What P162B means
Related and nearby codes
How to read P162B
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P162B
What does P162B mean?
ECU fault : Secondary microprocessor - Clutch speed information. The stored code identifies a fault of the ECU fault. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual 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.
Is P162B generic or manufacturer-specific?
P162B is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.
Can TuningBot remove P162B at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry. Checksum correction is not included: it is a separate, optional service. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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