U0216 Diagnostic Trouble Code

U0216 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic U-Network Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a U0216 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Engine surge
Blown fuse (if applicable)
Lack of power
The light may stay on or light intermittently as the DPF regenerates. The engine will be sluggish on acceleration.

Possible Causes :

Rough running engine due to misfiring plugs. Many engines have misfire codes to indicate the cylinder effected, such as P0307 for number 7.
Rarely - faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM-programming required after replacement)
Low fuel pressure caused by a clogged filter, failing fuel pump, failed fuel pressure regulator or clogged or leaking injectors.

Repair Processes :

Replace the oxygen sensor that is downstream from the catalytic converter on the side of the engine that does not contain cylinder #1. Also, if a oxygen sensor code stating "heater circuit malfunction" the sensor has most probably failed. With the valve disconnected, the red voltmeter lead should be attached to the IMRC valve power wire and the black voltmeter lead connected to ground. Once located, visually inspect the connectors and wiring. Look for rubbing, scraping, bare wires, worn spots or melted plastic connectors.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code U0216 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before U0216.

Fortunately, U0216 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

U0216 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

U0216 Volvo Xc70 I SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Function Read Audible Warnings / Anti-Theft Module, Vehicle Immobilized
U0216 Mercedes Vaneo Air Bag Driver Circuit Resistance Low or Shorted Together
U0216 Dodge 600 Ignition Coil B Primary Circuit Malfunction
U0216 Chevrolet Prisma EIC Switch-1 Assembly Circuit Failure
U0216 Austin 20 Audio Tape Deck Mechanism Fault
U0216 Locomobile 48 Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A No Pulses
U0216 Volkswagen Voyage