C1163 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C1163 – Steering Angle Sensor Safe Mode

 

C1163 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C1163 Possible Causes

 

Adjust steering angle sensor neutral position,Faulty Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit)

 

C1163 Description

 

The steering angle sensor detects the rotation amount, angular velocity and direction of the steering wheel, and transmits the data to the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit) via Control Area Network (CAN) communication. The ABS Actuator and Electric Unit monitors the Steering Angle Sensor. The ABS Actuator and Electric Unit set the OBDII code when the Steering Angle Sensor is not to factory specifications.