P1600 ECM Battery Backup (BATT) Malfunction

Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls
Severity
Check Engine Light
Applies to
Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Tacoma (all OBD-II Toyotas)

What does P1600 mean on a Toyota?

P1600ECM Battery Backup (BATT) Malfunction. This Toyota-enhanced code applies to Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Tacoma (all OBD-II Toyotas).

Common causes of P1600

How to fix P1600

  1. Check the ECM BATT fuse — separate from main ECM power
  2. Inspect battery cables and grounds
  3. Verify backup voltage at the ECM pin
  4. Confirm adaptations relearn after a drive cycle
  5. Repair the backup feed rather than replacing the ECM first