Buick Regal: DTC P1553
Diagnostic Instructions
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic procedure:Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
- Review the description of Strategy Based Diagnosis:Strategy Based Diagnosis
- An overview of each diagnostic category can be found here:Diagnostic Procedure Instructions
DTC Descriptor
DTC P1553
Distance Sensing Cruise Control Signal Message Counter Incorrect
Circuit/System Description
For an overview of the component/system, refer to:Cruise Control Description and Operation (Without Adaptive Cruise Control) or Cruise Control Description and Operation (With Adaptive Cruise Control).
Conditions for Running the DTC
- Ignition/Vehicle=On
- Vehicle Speed.=Greater than 40 km/h (25 MPH)
- Cruise Control=On
Frequency the DTC runs=Continuously - After the running conditions are met - For greater than 5 s
Conditions for Setting the DTC
Distance Sensing Cruise Control Communication Malfunction
Actions Taken When the DTC Sets
DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor Category=Type C DTC
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTCs listed in the DTC Descriptor Category=Type C DTC
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Cruise Control Wiring Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End View Index
Electrical Information Reference
- Circuit Testing
- Connector Repairs
- Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
- Wiring Repairs
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition - On / Vehicle - In Service Mode.
2. Verify DTC P1553 is not set.
- If the DTC is set
- Replace the appropriate component:
- { If equipped }K14 Distance Sensing Cruise Control Module
- { If equipped }K124 Active Safety Control Module
- Go to next step: If the DTC is not set
3. All OK.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair: Diagnostic Repair Verification.
For control module replacement, programming, and setup refer to: Control Module References.
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic
procedure:Diagnostic System
Check - Vehicle
Review the description of Strategy Based Diagnosis:Strategy
Symptoms - Cruise Control
NOTE: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom
tables.
1. Before using the symptom diagnostic table, perform the Diagnostic System
Check - Vehicle in
order to verify the follow
Cruise Control Malfunction
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic
procedure: Diagnostic
System Check - Vehicle
Review the description of Strategy Based Diagnosis:Strateg
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Cargo Tie-Downs (Wagon)
There is a movable system to
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and press the button while
inserting it.
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