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2017 CHEVROLET IMPALA

2.5L I4 EcotecAWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor990Torque7715Fluid15DTC1938Battery2Maintenance0Recalls0
U0163low severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Navigation Module

on 2017 Chevrolet Impala 2.5L I4 Ecotec · AWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the navigation processing module separate from the display.

Symptoms

  • Navigation function unavailable
  • Map calculations not processing
  • Route guidance not working

Common causes

  • Navigation processor failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • GPS antenna issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check navigation module fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Verify GPS antenna connection
  5. Test module with diagnostics

Repair notes

Check fuses and GPS antenna cable. Navigation processor may need map data update.

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