OBD Guide

C0166

TCS Priming Line Valve Circuit Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Unstable operation of the traction control system
  • Reduced braking performance on slippery surfaces

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the TCS purge valve circuit
  • TCS purge valve malfunction
  • Problems with the TCS control unit
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the TCS purge valve circuit
  2. Test TCS purge valve resistance
  3. Check control signals from the TCS control unit
  4. Replace TCS purge valve if necessary
  5. Repair wiring damage

Related codes

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