P161A

P161A Ford engine fault code diagnosis, code meaning,symptoms and how to fix it.

P161A Diagnosis

The output circuits that are powered by VBAT3 will all be inoperative. Other fault codes may be present, but troubleshoot for this first. The fuse in the main PDM powering this circuit may be open.Determine if the extra switch is not required for the vehicle or if the switch has been installed but the necessary reference parameter has not been programmed into the BHM.

The BHM measures the current on this circuit when the starter output is commanded ON. This fault indicates the magnetic switch or the wiring between the BHM and the magnetic switch is open circuit.

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How To Fix Ford P161A Trouble Code ?

Which Ford cars have the code P161A?

  • P161A Ford Aerostar
  • P161A Ford Bronco
  • P161A Ford C-Max
  • P161A Ford C-Max Energi
  • P161A Ford C-Max Hybrid
  • P161A Ford Contour
  • P161A Ford Crown Victoria
  • P161A Ford EcoSport
  • P161A Ford Econoline
  • P161A Ford Edge
  • P161A Ford Escape
  • P161A Ford Escape Hybrid
  • P161A Ford Escort
  • P161A Ford Everest
  • P161A Ford Excursion
  • P161A Ford Expedition
  • P161A Ford Explorer
  • P161A Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  • P161A Ford F-150
  • P161A Ford F-250
  • P161A Ford F-350
  • P161A Ford Fiesta
  • P161A Ford Flex
  • P161A Ford Focus
  • P161A Ford Focus Electric
  • P161A Ford Freestar
  • P161A Ford Freestyle
  • P161A Ford Fusion
  • P161A Ford Fusion Energi
  • P161A Ford Fusion Hybrid
  • P161A Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid
  • P161A Ford GT
  • P161A Ford Mustang
  • P161A Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • P161A Ford Mystique
  • P161A Ford Probe
  • P161A Ford Ranger
  • P161A Ford Taurus
  • P161A Ford Taurus X
  • P161A Ford Tempo
  • P161A Ford Thunderbird
  • P161A Ford Transit
  • P161A Ford Transit Connect
  • P161A Ford Windstar

A code is a fault code and it indicates that something has gone wrong with your car's engine.

It can be caused by many different problems, including a faulty battery, a bad fuel pump, or even a cracked exhaust manifold.

You will need to diagnose the problem before you can fix it. The best way to do this is with an OBD scanner tool.

A scan tool will tell you what needs fixing and how much it will cost in order to fix that particular issue.