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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-160A

Condition




The engine control module (ECM) checks the difference in the requested throttle position from the actual position.
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) ECM-160A is stored in the engine control module (ECM) if the engine control module (ECM) registers that the difference is sufficiently great to affect emissions (normally during warming up of the three-way catalytic converter (TWC)).
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) ECM-160A can be diagnosed when the engine is running.

Substitute value
- None.

Possible source
- Contact resistance
- Defective electronic throttle unit (ETM).

Fault symptom[s]
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lit.