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ChassisC1653

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Lacks indirect tire deflation detection function from electronic stability program. Refer to driver database re-initialization confirmation.

15 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 15

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorC1653Power supply voltage too low BrandChassis
DaewooC1653No description available Chassis
DFFSC1653Electronic stability program is in re-initialization mode BrandChassis
GMC1653No description available Chassis
HoldenC1653No description available Chassis
HondaC1653No description available Chassis
HyundaiC1653No description available Chassis
MitsubishiC1653Coding not allowed BrandChassis
OpelC1653No description available Chassis
PeugeotC1653No description available Chassis
ProtonC1653Coding not allowed BrandChassis
SaabC1653No description available Chassis
SuzukiC1653Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit BrandChassis
SWM MotorC1653Motor position sensor circuit failure BrandChassis
ToyotaC1653Lacks indirect tire deflation detection function from electronic stability program. Refer to driver database re-initialization confirmation. 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1653 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiC165387If a message is not received from Cluster via CAN lines for a certain period of time, LKAS generates and turns on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp BrandChassis

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