OBD Guide

P1633

Keep Alive Power Voltage Too Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
~$333 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Resetting the radio and clock settings
  • Unstable engine operation after starting
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • Other fault codes appear
  • Flashing warning lights on the dashboard

Causes

  • Low or faulty battery
  • Problems with the generator
  • Open or poor contact in the KAM power circuit
  • Battery terminal corrosion
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check battery and generator voltage
  2. Inspect and clean battery terminals
  3. Check the integrity of the wiring to the control unit
  4. Check the contacts in the control unit connectors
  5. If necessary, replace the control unit

Related codes

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