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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2018FUSION PLATINUM HYBRIDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 5 (ENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID))DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONSDTC P160A - CONTROL MODULE VEHICLE OPTIONS RECONFIGURATION ERROR
2018 Ford Fusion Platinum Hybrid
DTC P160A - Control Module Vehicle Options Reconfiguration Error
2018 Ford Fusion Platinum HybridSECTION DTC P160A - Control Module Vehicle Options Reconfiguration Error
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P160A - CONTROL MODULE VEHICLE OPTIONS RECONFIGURATION ERROR
| Description: | This DTC sets when the body control module (BCM) detects a mismatch in configuration data and programmable parameters between the PCM and BCM. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Reprogram or update the calibration. If the PCM already has the latest calibration, carry out the RELEARN VEHICLE DATA procedure from the SERVICE FUNCTIONS menu on the scan tool. Check for other DTCs or drive symptoms for further action. Make sure to check for aftermarket performance products before installing a new PCM. If it is necessary to install a new PCM, refer to FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) , Programming the VID Block for a replacement 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. | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.