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2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON

2.5L I4AWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs449Labor515Torque3924Fluid9DTC912Battery0Maintenance0Recalls5
U0157low severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Digital Compass Module

on 2016 Hyundai Tucson 2.5L I4 · AWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the digital compass module, often integrated in the rearview mirror or overhead console.

Symptoms

  • Compass display blank
  • Navigation heading unavailable
  • Compass reading stuck
  • Overhead console display off

Common causes

  • Compass module failure
  • Wiring issue
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • Magnetic interference

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check compass module power
  2. Test wiring to module
  3. Check for magnetic interference sources
  4. Test module directly

Repair notes

Check mirror or overhead console wiring. Compass may need calibration after repair.

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