The control module detected the fault condition "Fault not clear" for the Safety level 2. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
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P162C Safety level 2 : Main microprocessor - Check of the inputs : Fault not clear
1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.
PSA
1 interpretationRelated and nearby codes
How to read P162C
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 P162C
What does P162C mean?
Safety level 2 : Main microprocessor - Check of the inputs : Fault not clear. The control module detected the fault condition "Fault not clear" for the Safety level 2. Documented for the MCP 6-speed piloted manual gearbox ECU on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.
Is P162C generic or manufacturer-specific?
P162C 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 P162C at file level?
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