Scania OCS DTC 160023 Injectors V170 and V171, cylinder 4

Q: What does Scania OCS fault code 160023 mean?

Injectors V170 and V171, cylinder 4. Short circuit in the injector circuit. This fault is only detected when the engine is running. Code 160023 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 027117.

Q: How to fix Scania OCS fault code 160023?

- Check the injectors and also the cable harness and harness-to-harness connectors. - Renew injector. - Renew control unit OCS E103. Start the engine after the repair to verify that the fault has been rectified.

OCS OCS control unit · Scania

Code 160023 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 027117.

In short

Short circuit in the injector circuit. This fault is only detected when the engine is running.

Applies to: OCS1

What does Scania OCS fault code 160023 mean?

Short circuit in the injector circuit. This fault is only detected when the engine is running.

What causes Scania DTC 160023?

Fault in the injectors, harness-to-harness connectors or cable harness.

How does the system react?

The torque is limited. Injection in the cylinder is switched off. A yellow warning indication is displayed.

What are the symptoms?

The fault affects engine performance. The vehicle is difficult to start or cannot be started. Misfiring occurs.

How to fix Scania OCS fault code 160023?

Check the injectors and also the cable harness and harness-to-harness connectors.
Renew injector.
Renew control unit OCS E103.
Start the engine after the repair to verify that the fault has been rectified.

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