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ChassisC1633

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Measured motor over-current

6 brands affected · Description from MG (SAIC) data.

Key terms: ABS: anti-lock braking, which stops the wheels locking · Stability control: helps stop the car skidding · Wheel speed sensor: measures how fast each wheel turns

1What it means in plain English

A chassis system has a fault, usually ABS, traction control or stability control, but some makes use this range for airbags, electric power steering or park brakes.

2Common causes

  1. Faulty wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged sensor ring or wiring
  3. Faulty ABS module
  4. Low brake fluid
  5. Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the code names an airbag or SRS system, the airbag may not deploy in a crash: have it diagnosed promptly. If it names electric power steering, the assist may fail and the steering can become heavy: stop safely if that happens. If it names the brakes or park brake, have it checked before driving when braking feels abnormal. Otherwise ABS and stability control may be disabled: drive carefully, especially in wet conditions, and have it checked soon.

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 6

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC1633No description available Chassis
HyundaiC1633No description available Chassis
MitsubishiC1633T/M timeout BrandChassis
ProtonC1633T/M timeout BrandChassis
MG (SAIC)C1633Measured motor over-current BrandChassis
SuzukiC1633CAN Invalid Data From DSBS Control Module BrandChassis

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 5

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1633 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongC163300CAN communication: instrument panel signal error BrandChassis
HyundaiC163308The SCC Module sets DTC when it received abnormal vehicle speed message from Cluster via C-CAN BrandChassis
HyundaiC163386If an undefined vehicle signal is sent by Cluster via CAN lines, LKAS generates the fault code and turns on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp BrandChassis
SsangYongC163386CAN communication: instrument panel signal error BrandChassis
HyundaiC163387While communicating with the Cluster module, if an invalid signal is received, the LKAS module generates the fault code and turns on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp BrandChassis

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