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P161A Diagnostic Trouble Code Discussion for March 2025

Incorrect response from Immobilizer Control Module


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Trouble Ticket Help Requests for DTC P161A
Help Request Posted
2011 Ford F-250 Super Duty Lariat 6.2L No Start VIN: 1FT7X2B67B
P161A: Incorrect response from immobilizer. ... this truck because the throttle body shorted and damaged the driver in the PCM. Ordered a pre programmed unit with the VIN already entered. Now Im getting code P161A incorrect response from immobilizer. Tried the instructions sent with the unit which ...
March 07, 2025