OBD Guide

P1654

Instrumentation Control Module System Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect operation of the dashboard
  • No speedometer/tachometer readings
  • Flashing or non-functioning indicators
  • Random activation of warning lamps

Causes

  • Instrument panel module malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Module power problems
  • Contact corrosion
  • Problems with the CAN bus

How to Fix

  1. Check the power supply and ground of the module
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check CAN bus connections
  4. Test or replace instrument panel module

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