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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DTC P158A
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
SEE MORE:
DTC P0650, P263A, or P263B
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DT
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