B116A Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

B116A – Handset Microphone General Electrical Failure

 

B116A Possible Symptoms

 

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

B116A Possible Causes

 

Faulty Handset Microphone,Handset Microphone harness is open or shorted,Handset Microphone circuit poor electrical connection,Faulty Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM)

 

B116A Description

 

The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) monitors the Handset Microphone. The APIM sets the OBDII code when it detects a short to voltage, short to ground or an open on the microphone circuits.