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P16C5

1F0601 - P16C5

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
1F0601 - P16C5

Fault text
Terminal 15N from CAS, switching delay: switches too late

Fault description
The diagnostic function monitors the DME main relay.

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The fault is recognized when the DME main relay's contacts
fail to close within a specified period after Terminal 15 is
energized.
Potential problem source(s):
- Defective DME main relay
Terminal condition: Terminal 15
Voltage condition:
- Electrical system voltage > 10 V
Temperature condition:
- None
Time condition:
- 1 sec. after Terminal 15 on
Other conditions:
- DME must have been in sleep mode previously

Condition for fault memory entry
This fault is logged in the control module's fault memory if
it remains present for longer than 0.12 sec.

Action in service
- If the diagnostic fault code has been logged numerous
times, replace the DME main relay

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Breakdown notice:
- none
Possible apparent symptoms:
- none

Driver information
Warning light:
- ECE emissions warning lamp: off
- US emissions warning lamp: off
- ECE electronic engine power reduction: off
- US electronic engine power reduction: off
- CC message: none

Service instruction
- This fault can occur at low temperatures.