P16C8 DTC For Mercedes C 300

Mercedes C 300 Engine Specifications:
Engine Type :Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :V-Type Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :Naturally Aspirated

Your Mercedes C 300 engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code P16C8 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P16C8 DTC For Mercedes C 300.

On 1999 and later P16C8 Mercedes C 300 engines, the instrument cluster has a built-in self-diagnostic mode that can be accessed by pressing and holding the instrument cluster SELECT/RESET button. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position (but don't crank or start engine). Continue to press and hold the SELECT/RESET button (for 5 seconds) until the word TEST is displayed by the odometer. Release the SELECT/RESET button within three seconds after the word TEST is displayed to begin the self-diagnostic mode.

P16C8 Mercedes C 300 DTC Meaning

P Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems.
1 MFG - Manufacturer Specific
6 Vehicle Speed Control And Idle Control System
C BBV Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
8 Park/Neutral Postion (PNP) Switch Circuit Engine Torque Signal Circuit

The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. P16C8 Mercedes C 300 code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired.

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