P1676
Traction Control System FI Data Line No Signal
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Traction Control System FI Data Line No Signal
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Traction Control System FI Data Line No Signal
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Incompatible injector data
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
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Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Injector Circuit Open / Short To Ground Or B+
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Driver 4 Line 6
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
Fault status
Similar codes
P1676
Drive By Wire MIL Circuit Electrical Malfunction
Causes
- Open or shorted wiring on the TCS/ABS communication/data line
- Corroded, loose or damaged connector at the traction control/ABS module or wiring harness
- Blown fuse or lost power/ground to the TCS/ABS module
- Faulty traction control/ABS module (internal failure)
- CAN/LIN or proprietary network bus fault (failed termination resistor, short, or high impedance)
- Intermittent wiring damage or pinched harness
Symptoms
- Traction control (TCS/ESC/VSA) warning lamp illuminated
- ABS or VSA warning lamp may also be on
- Loss of traction control functionality or limited functionality (no TCS interventions)
- Possible engine warning light or reduced engine performance in some vehicles
- Intermittent electrical faults or faults appearing after movement/wiring flex
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs from ABS/TCS and engine control modules and record freeze frame data
- Verify battery voltage and vehicle charging system are within specification
- Inspect fuses and fusible links related to ABS/TCS and associated power/IGN circuits
- Visually inspect connectors and harnesses at the ABS/TCS module, ECM and DLC for corrosion, bent pins, or damage
- Perform wiggle test of wiring while monitoring live bus/messages with a scan tool
- Measure CAN/CAN-FD/LIN or data-line voltages at the DLC and at the ABS/TCS module connector
Signal parameters
- If on standard CAN: idle (recessive) ~2.5 V on CAN High and CAN Low; dominant states: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V
- Typical bus differential idle ~0 V, dominant differential ~2 V
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL ≈ 60 ohms (two 120 Ω terminators in parallel)
- If system uses LIN: idle (dominant high) close to battery voltage via pull-up; data pulses to ground
- If proprietary single-wire data line (manufacturer-specific): expect serial pulses referenced to vehicle ground — consult service manual for exact voltages and protocol
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect OEM-grade scan tool and read all ABS/TCS and powertrain modules; note all related U-/P- codes and freeze frame data.
- Inspect and verify power and ground circuits to the ABS/TCS module (test for battery voltage at the module’s power terminal with key ON).
- Check relevant fuses and relays; replace any blown items and retest.
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring between ECM, ABS/TCS module and DLC for damage, corrosion, or loose pins; repair as needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure CANH and CANL (or data line) voltages at the data-link connector and at the ABS/TCS module connector. Compare to expected values.
- Measure termination resistance across CANH–CANL with ignition off; if not ~60 Ω, locate missing or shorted terminator.
- Perform a wiggle/stress test on suspect wiring while monitoring communication on a scan tool to reproduce the fault.
- If wiring and power/grounds pass, follow module isolation: disconnect ABS/TCS module and check whether bus communication is restored or other modules report errors.
- If module is suspected faulty after wiring checks, consult service manual for module firmware updates or reprogramming procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and road test while monitoring live data to confirm the fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Damaged connector or wiring between ABS/TCS module and ECM
- Blown fuse or poor ground affecting the TCS module
- Loss of CAN/LIN bus communication due to short or failed termination
- Failed traction control/ABS module
