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P16A5

2AB6 - P16A5

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
2AB6 - P16A5

Fault text
DME, internal fault: multiple output-stage module

Fault description
Timeout Control Module Multiple Output Stage SPI-Bus

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
Driver circuit monitor
Terminal condition: Terminal 15 ON
Voltage condition:
none

Condition for fault memory entry
Yes, by event counter. Fault must occur ten times before a
fault memory entry is made.

Action in service
Determine whether fault is stored again after carrying out
the following procedure. If yes: Replace DME.
1. Clear fault memory
2. Ignition off, allow vehicle to assume complete dormant
status
3. Ignition on
4. Read out stored fault codes from fault memory

Fault effect and breakdown warning


Driver information
Warning light:
No warning message. No control activation possible from
some DME output terminals.

Service instruction
none