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BodyB1657

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

EEPROM calibration error

21 brands affected · Description from GM data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. If it concerns the brakes, brake vacuum, charging/alternator, engine oil or coolant, have it diagnosed before driving. Airbags or seat belts may not work in a crash, and a brake or charging fault can leave the car unsafe or stranded. For convenience systems (windows, locks, climate), have it checked when convenient.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1657Brake Pedal Sensor. Sensor A. Low Signal BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB1657No description available Body
BYDB1657Front left frontal impact sensor resistance value out of range BrandBody
CheryB1657Only airbag pretensioner impacting record BrandBody
DaewooB1657Pretensioner Circuits Activated BrandBody
DaihatsuB1657P seat knee airbag squib GND short BrandBody
GMB1657EEPROM calibration error BrandBody
HoldenB1657Deployment Commanded BrandBody
HondaB1657No description available Body
HyundaiB1657No description available Body
MitsubishiB16572nd Seat(RH)preten.act crcut OPN BrandBody
OpelB1657EEPROM calibration error BrandBody
PeroduaB1657P seat knee airbag squib GND short BrandBody
PeugeotB1657No description available Body
ProtonB16572nd Seat(RH)preten.act crcut OPN BrandBody
SaabB1657Errore taratura EEPROM BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B1657Crash recorded in Belt pretensioner only BrandBody
SubaruB1657No description available Body
SuzukiB1657Power Window Master Switch Malfunction (Rear Left) BrandBody
TataB1657Crash Recorded - Belt Pretensioner Only BrandBody
ToyotaB1657No description available Body

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1657 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB165700The SRSCM sets DTC if any BPT deploys BrandBody
SsangYongB165700Belt pretensioner operation record BrandBody

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