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C0161

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

Reference meaning

What does this code mean?

The wording below belongs to the named make and communication. Match the complete code, reporting module, model year and engine before applying it.

A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.

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Manufacturer communications

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PIT5181A ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET, GMC

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician may find DTCs P057C and or P057D. Some vehicles may have cruise and brake light operation service stability message with Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0161 and C02…

PIT-5122-C ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET, GMC

GENERAL MOTORS: SERVICE STABILITY MESSAGE LOW POWER BRAKE LIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION- DTC C0161 AND/OR C0277. NEW FOR THE 2012 MODELS IS A DUAL BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR (TWO SENSORS IN ONE). THE DUAL BPP REPLACES THE OLD STYLE OPEN/CLOSED BRAKE SWITCH WHICH HAS BEEN USED FOR YEARS. *JS MODELS 2012-13 ALL ESCALAD…

CHEVROLET, PONTIAC, SATURN

CHEVROLET/PONTIAC/SATURN: INTERMITTENTLY BRAKE LIGHTS (STOP LAMPS) DO NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, EXTENDED TRAVEL TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK, CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE, DTCS C0161/C0277 SET (PERFORM REPAIR AS OUTLINED). *PE UPDATED 5/11/11. *PE

PONTIAC

PONTIAC: DIAGNOSIS: BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE, STABILITY CONTROL OFF MESSAGE DISPLAYED IN DIC, DTC C0161 SET-PERFORM BRAKE POSITION SENSOR (PPS) CALIBRATION USING TECH 2. CONDITION MAY BE INTERMITTENT. *PE UPDATED 11/1/10. *PE

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A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.

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MakeModelModel year
CadillacESCALADE ↗2014
CadillacESCALADE ↗2013
CadillacESCALADE ↗2012
CadillacESCALADE ESV ↗2014
CadillacESCALADE ESV ↗2013
CadillacESCALADE ESV ↗2012
CadillacESCALADE EXT ↗2013
CadillacESCALADE EXT ↗2012

Can I keep driving?

A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.