Scania AUS DTC 16 Central mid-range speaker, short circuit

AUS Audio System · Scania

Code 16 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 0010.

In short

Short circuit to voltage supply in the circuit to the loudspeaker.

Applies to: AUS4 (CUI)

What does Scania AUS fault code 16 mean?

Short circuit to voltage supply in the circuit to the loudspeaker.

What causes Scania DTC 16?

- Incorrect software activates the fault code even though the vehicle has not been configured for the loudspeaker. - Short circuit in the circuit.

How does the system react?

The speaker does not function.

How to fix Scania AUS fault code 16?

  1. Check whether the vehicle has been configured for the loudspeaker.
  2. In that case, the loudspeaker is present as an electrical circuit under the infotainment system.
  3. Via the circuit, you can test the loudspeaker function.
  4. If the vehicle is equipped with the loudspeaker:
  5. Check the cable harness between the control unit and loudspeaker for short circuits.
  6. Measure the resistance of the loudspeaker.
  7. The resistance should be 2–10 ohms.
  8. If the vehicle is not equipped with the loudspeaker but the fault code is still active:
  9. Check that the control unit has the latest software.
  10. Clear the fault code.

This information is for guidance only. Always follow the manufacturer workshop manual and safety procedures; if in doubt, contact an authorised workshop.

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