OBD Guide

P1676

ABS/TCS Control Module Communication Malfunction

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The ABS indicator on the dashboard is on
  • The TCS indicator on the dashboard is on
  • Disabling ABS and TCS functions
  • Unstable operation of the stabilization system
  • Errors in other related systems

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wires between modules
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • ABS module malfunction
  • TCS module malfunction
  • Problems with module power supply

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness between the modules
  2. Clean and check contacts in connectors
  3. Check power and ground of modules
  4. Scan ABS and TCS modules for errors
  5. If necessary, replace the faulty module

Related codes

Error P1676 by Vehicle Brand