CHARGING SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P161A87

DTC Code DTC Name
P161A87 Lost Communication with Alternator Missing Message

DESCRIPTION

The ECM communicates with the generator assembly via LIN communication. If a LIN communication error is detected, the ECM stores this DTC.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Warning Indicate Memory Note
P161A87 Lost Communication with Alternator Missing Message

Generator assembly or ECM communication stops for approximately 17 minutes or more with the engine switch on (IG).

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Wire harness and connector

  • Generator assembly

  • ECM

 Charge warning is not displayed DTC stored SAE Code: P161A

WIRING DIAGRAM

B004HKFE59
*a Generator Assembly
*b LIN Communication Line

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM


    1. Check the charging system.

      Click here

      Result
      Result
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE CHARGING SYSTEM

    OK

  2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ECM - GENERATOR ASSEMBLY)


    1. Disconnect the C96 ECM connector.

    2. Disconnect the C60 generator assembly connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      C96-135 (LIN) - C60-2 (LIN) Always Below 1 Ω
      C96-135 (LIN) or C60-2 (LIN) - body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY Click here

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR