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Test Description

The number below refer to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3:  Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range. A DTC may set when performing this step.
DTC B0160

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Driver Information System Schematics  
1 Did you perform the Driver Information Center Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Driver Information Systems 
2 Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
Does the DIC display SC?
Go to Step 3  Go toTesting for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor.
  3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
Does the DIC display OC?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Test the signal circuit of the ambient air temperature sensor for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 6 
5 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ambient air temperature sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 7 
6 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the DIC. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 8 
7 Replace the ambient air temperature sensor. Refer to Ambient Air Temperature Gage Sensor Replacement  .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 9  -
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IMPORTANT: Calibrate the compass on the replacement DIC. Refer to Electronic Compass Calibration  .
Replace the DIC. Refer to Driver Information Center Replacement (UG1, EXC CF5) Driver Information Center Replacement (CF5)  .Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 9  -
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  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.
Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 2  System OK