What does this code mean?
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A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.
Manufacturer communications
3Original wording in English
BUICK, CADILLAC, CHEVROLET
Reported code forms P16DC
THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO CLEAR THE DTC TO CORRECT A CUSTOMER CONCERN THAT THE STOP/START SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, “STOP/START SYSTEM DISABLED” MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE DIC, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP…
CADILLAC, CHEVROLET
Reported code forms P16DC
This technical bulletin provides information on a revised calibration of the Engine Control Module (ECM) to address Start/Stop Inhibited with Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated & DTC P16DC Present.
CADILLAC, CHEVROLET
Reported code forms P16DC
Stop/Start System (RPO KL9) Inhibited with Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON, and DTC P16DC Set
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