B3161 Trouble Code

View B3161 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. B3161 engine photo

The issue covered by the bulletin involves a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure side power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation.

On some transmissions, such as automated manual transmissions or automatic transmissions with manual mode, the GSP switch lets the TCM know whether or not the driver has selected automatic or manual function. On manual transmissions, the GSP switch informs the TCM which gear the driver is selecting, and may function as a neutral safety switch, depending on system design. The TCM also uses the gate select position switch to monitor transmission operation. For example, if the driver selects manual mode and selects 3rd gear on an automatic transmission, the TCM may monitor speed sensors to detect clutch and brake slippage.

B3161 Error Code Repair Process :

If your fts high - fuel pump temperature sensor high check engine light is illuminated, it's best to take it in for diagnostic testing, which can feel like a hassle. Because while the lights vary in appearance from vehicle to vehicle, all have the same basic meaning: There's a problem with the car's emissions system. The on-board diagnostics system B3161 and engine control unit are in charge of monitoring a bunch of different fts high - fuel pump temperature sensor high, and if they get a reading that's a little out of whack, up pops the check engine light.

B3161 is a kind of Body Trouble Code

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Common Causes of B3161

A common cause of code B3161 is the failure of FTS High - Fuel Pump Temperature Sensor High, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Exhaust gas leaks
Failures of clutch motion/travel sensors.
Fuel filler cap remains open or fails to close
Ignition coils circuit poor electrical connection

B3161 code for all cars

You can view according B3161 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+B3161 Dodge Ram 1500

+B3161 Toyota Vanguard

+B3161 Holden Rb

+B3161 Nissan Primera

+B3161 Diana Straight

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