B0160

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor High

Severity

✅ Low

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect temperature readings on the instrument panel
Incorrect operation of the climate system
Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

Ambient temperature sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Problems with the control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

Check the sensor readings using a diagnostic scanner
Inspect the sensor and its connector for damage
Check the integrity of the wiring harness
Replace sensor if necessary
Clear error codes and check if error is returned

Related codes

B0161 B0162 P0112 P0113