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P1653 Diagnostic Trouble Code (10 interpretations)

10 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 8 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

Alfa Romeo

1 interpretation
P1653
Camshaft position (CMP) actuator - signal malfunction Alfa Romeo · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Camshaft position (CMP) actuator. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Alfa Romeo.

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1653
Engine oil level ‘low’ warning lamp, control signal - circuit malfunction Chevrolet · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Engine oil level ‘low’ warning lamp, control circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short circuit to ground
  • engine oil level
  • ECM

Chrysler

1 interpretation
P1653
CAN data bus - short circuit to ground Chrysler · network Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to ground in the CAN data bus circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connected system
  • ECM

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1653
5V Ref Circuit Dodge · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the 5V Ref circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Hyundai

1 interpretation
P1653
Error Check After Ignition Off - Malfunction Hyundai · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Error Check After Ignition Off. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Hyundai.

PSA

2 interpretations
P1653
Fault internal to the engine management ECU PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The stored code identifies a fault of the Fault internal to the engine management ECU. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models. PSA documentation does not characterise the failure mode further.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)
P1653
ECU internal fault PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The stored code identifies a fault of the ECU internal fault. Documented for the Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models. PSA documentation does not characterise the failure mode further.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi)

Toyota

1 interpretation
P1653
SCV Circuit Malfunction Toyota · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the SCV circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Toyota.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1653
ABS control module - system malfunction VAG · braking Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the ABS control module - system. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

Trouble code(s) stored

Applies to Audi
P1653
Please check DTC Memory of ABS Controller VAG · braking Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Please check DTC Memory of ABS Controller circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 18061. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON

Recommended checks

Check Brake Electronics Control Module (J104) for Fault Codes

Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1653

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

653

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1653

What does P1653 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (10 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Camshaft position (CMP) actuator. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Alfa Romeo.

Is P1653 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1653 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, PSA, Toyota, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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