Chevrolet P0016
01-009E 2014 Camaro — MIL Lamp On, Engine Power is Reduced Message in DIC, DTC P16F3 Set Calibrate vehicle Replace the ECM PI1222 Page 2 May, 2014 Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004I Field
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Chevrolet P0016: 01-009E 2014 Camaro — MIL Lamp On, Engine Power is Reduced Message in DIC, DTC P16F3 Set Calibrate vehicle Replace the ECM PI1222 Page 2 May, 2014 Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004I Field
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1. What does P0016 mean?
Chevrolet P0016: 01-009E 2014 Camaro — MIL Lamp On, Engine Power is Reduced Message in DIC, DTC P16F3 Set Calibrate vehicle Replace the ECM PI1222 Page 2 May, 2014 Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004I Field
2. Technical explanation
The identity of P0016 is verified for Chevrolet. Available evidence does not yet establish a narrower subsystem or component-level failure.
3. What system is affected?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence. Urgency must be based on the exact vehicle warning and official guidance.
5. Symptoms you may notice
Not yet established by verified evidence.
6. Possible causes
Not yet established by verified evidence. A diagnostic identifier alone is not proof that a specific component has failed.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Preserve the exact diagnostic code and any accompanying vehicle warning before clearing anything.
- Follow the manufacturer instructions shown in the vehicle or owner/service documentation.
- Do not open or work on high-voltage components unless you are qualified and equipped for high-voltage service.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Record the exact code, warning text, vehicle model, model year, and operating condition when it appeared.
- Check the verified manufacturer or regulator source linked on this page for code-specific instructions.
- Avoid replacing parts based only on the code; code-specific component tests are not inferred when evidence does not provide them.
- Escalate to qualified service when the warning persists, affects driving/charging, or manufacturer guidance requires service.
11. When to contact service
Qualified service should be contacted if the warning persists, returns after a normal manufacturer-permitted restart, or affects driving or charging.
12. What the service center may check
Not yet established by verified evidence.
13. Possible repair or resolution
Not yet established by verified evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Spark · 2011–2015 · US
- Chevrolet Volt · 2011–2015 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- NHTSA: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 10137919: 13-00-89-004I
16. Recall information
No recall relationship is established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
g parts Replace key or key fob unless directed to by the EI bulletin or the engineer PIE0296 2007- 2012 Vue, Outlook, Aura, Torrent, G8, G6, Terrain, Acadia, Impala, Traverse, Camaro, Malibu, Equinox, Captiva, CTS, SRX, STS, Enclave, LaCrosse, Allure— Information on High Feature V6 Timing Chain Kits and Chain Guide Replacements, DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016, P0017, P0018 and/or P0019 Use Chain kit Order separately from Parts 12-06-01-009E 2014 Camaro — MIL Lamp On, Engine Power is Reduced Message in DIC, DTC P16F3 Set Calibrate vehicle Replace the ECM PI1222 Page 2 May, 2014 Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004I Field Product Reminder– Car Issues– Fix it Right the First Time (cont'd) Model Year(s) Vehicle Line
19. Frequently asked questions
What does P0016 mean?
Chevrolet P0016: 01-009E 2014 Camaro — MIL Lamp On, Engine Power is Reduced Message in DIC, DTC P16F3 Set Calibrate vehicle Replace the ECM PI1222 Page 2 May, 2014 Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004I Field
Can I drive with P0016?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
Can I charge with P0016?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
Does P0016 require service?
Qualified service should be contacted if the warning persists, returns after a normal manufacturer-permitted restart, or affects driving or charging.