U1166 Trouble Code

View U1166 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. U1166 engine photo

The Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch allows the engine's control module (PCM) or Transmission Control Module (TCM) to use hydraulic fluid to engage the clutches in the transmission to allow for smoother shifting while driving. If the PCM or TCM detects an issue with the hydraulic clutch or the pressure switch, the PCM or TCM will set code U1166

Some systems require that the actuator has an adequate supply of brake fluid. Low brake fluid levels can mimic the symptoms of code U1166, so consult the manual to locate the brake fluid reservoir. Bear in mind that a low fluid level can set code U1166 on some applications, so make sure that on fluid operated systems the fluid level is up to the mark before starting an electrical diagnosis.

U1166 Error Code Repair Process :

For u1166 scp (j1850) invalid or missing data for cassette tape check engine light is perhaps the most troubling of lights because it could mean so many different things, from you didn't screw the gas cap on tightly enough to look out for pistons flying through the hood and into the stratosphere. The easiest way to find out what this light is telling you is to hook your vehicle up to a scan tool. U1166 error code diagnostic tool looks a little like an oversized calculator and plugs into a communication port inside the car. After you instruct it to perform the scan, it speaks u1166 scp (j1850) invalid or missing data for cassette tape with your car's computers to find out exactly what's prompting the light to turn on.

U1166 is a kind of Network Trouble Code

U-code indicates that engine communication errors and shows lost communication with engine parts.U-Codes are fairly straight forward, given all of the articles and technical publications that have been written regarding these problematic codes. In most cases, it just comes down to identifying the module that isn't communicating with the other modules on the CAN bus line for whatever reason.

Common Causes of U1166

A common cause of code U1166 is the failure of U1166 SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Cassette Tape, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

Continuous oil flow to the VCT piston chamber
EVAP canister or fuel tank leaks
Faulty Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve
Oil Control Valve (OCV) circuit is open or shorted

U1166 code for all cars

You can view according U1166 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

+U1166 Opel Frontera B

+U1166 Bmw Turbo

+U1166 Mitsubishi Se-ro

+U1166 Bentley Mulsanne

+U1166 Lutzmann Lutzmann

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