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P1016 Chevrolet Code - Reductant Control Module Sensor Serial Communication Circuit High Voltage

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1016 Chevrolet?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Reductant Control Module
  • Reductant Control Module harness is open or shorted
  • Reductant Control Module circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Reductant Quality Sensor
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How to Fix the DTC P1016 Chevrolet?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P1016 Chevrolet code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P1016 Chevrolet Code Mean?

The Reductant Quality Sensor is located in the reductant tank and uses an ultrasonic signal to measure reductant fluid quality. The Reductant Quality Sensor includes an integrated temperature sensor to measure reductant fluid temperature. The Reductant Quality Sensor communicates with the Reductant Control Module using serial data. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set if the reductant control module detects a high circuit fault on the signal circuit for greater than 1 s.

P1016 Chevrolet Code - Reductant Control Module Sensor Serial Communication Circuit High Voltage

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