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U016C Mercury Code - Lost Communication With Fuel Pump Control Module 'B'

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC U016C Mercury?

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 Fuel Pump Control Module Relay
  • Faulty Fuel Pump Control Module
  • Fuel Pump Control Module harness is open or shorted
  • Fuel Pump Control Module circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC U016C Mercury?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the U016C Mercury code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

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

Code U016C Mercury Description

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the Fuel Pump Monitor 2 (FPM2) circuit for the presence of a duty cycled signal. If the FPM2 circuit is fixed at a low or high voltage, the PCM begins to increment a counter. The test fails when the PCM is still not detecting a duty cycled signal on the FPM2 circuit after a calibrated amount of time.

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U016C Mercury Code - Lost Communication With Fuel Pump Control Module 'B'

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