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P16C0 Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

2 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 2 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2
Brand pages:BMWHonda

BMW

1 interpretation
P16C0
Starter request circuit - engine start request while engine is running BMW · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Starter request circuit - engine start request while engine is running circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • starter
  • starter relay
  • operator error

Honda

1 interpretation
P16C0
ECM - programming error Honda · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "ECM - programming error". This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Possible causes

  • ECM programming
  • ECM

Related and nearby codes

How to read P16C0

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

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

6C0

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P16C0

What does P16C0 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Starter request circuit - engine start request while engine is running circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P16C0 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P16C0 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Honda. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P16C0 at file level?

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