P160A: Control Module Vehicle Options Reconfiguration Error

2014 Ford F-450 Super Duty Platinum, RWDSECTION P160A: Control Module Vehicle Options Reconfiguration Error
P160A - CONTROL MODULE VEHICLE OPTIONS RECONFIGURATION ERROR

Description:  This DTC sets when the PCM detects a vehicle option configuration concern.
Possible Causes: 
  • Aftermarket performance products
  • PCM programming error
  • PCM internal software error
  • Damaged PCM
Diagnostic Aids:  Reprogram or update the calibration. Check for other DTCs or drive symptoms for further action. Make sure to check for aftermarket performance products before installing a new PCM. Refer to FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) , Programming The VID Block For A Replacement PCM, to reprogram the PCM.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.
RENDER: 1.0x

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