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Apr 30, 2003 | 11:39 AM

typegsr

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From: So CaLi, usa

code 16

Can someone help me with a code 16 on a zc swap. Do I have to ground the injector resistor box or something like that?

Apr 30, 2003 | 12:37 PM

Perfectionist

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Re: code 16 (typegsr)

Can't help with the swap, but code 16 is set when the ECU sees a break in the electrical circuit coming from the injectors. The electrical path is roughly ...
the ignition switch and fuse, main relay, resistors, injector coils, and then the ECU grounds the circuits as required. Check your wiring and the main relay for starters.

Apr 30, 2003 | 05:01 PM

RCautoworks

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Re: code 16 (Perfectionist)

Code 16 - Fuel Injector

Code 16 is probably the Main Relay, however it could still mean a bad Injector, Resistor Box tho.
Most failures occur, when the weather starts heating-up for the summer...

If the car refuses to start, but "turns over" on a hot day, try opening the doors/windows, and let the interior cool down. "Then try starting again". May not work all the time, but worth a try anyway. Also, would help in troubleshooting the prob, if it does start. Another place to look is the ECT sensor, refer to the above