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P1653 Buick Code - EGR Vent Solenoid Control Circuit Conditions

Quick Answer

With the key on or engine running, then with the Vent solenoid requested on (Test 1), the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) detects the voltage on the solenoid control circuit was high (12v), or with the Vent solenoid requested off, the voltage on the Vent solenoid control circuit was near zero (0) volts. Common causes include Faulty EGR Vent Solenoid, EGR Vent Solenoid harness is open or shorted, EGR Vent Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is Moderate - service should be scheduled soon. The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

What it means: P1653 Buick indicates EGR Vent Solenoid Control Circuit Conditions.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty EGR Vent Solenoid, EGR Vent Solenoid harness is open or shorted, EGR Vent Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: Moderate - service should be scheduled soon.
Can I drive?: The vehicle may still be drivable for short trips if it runs normally, but avoid hard driving and repair it soon.

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Code Popularity 3,482

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Moderate (Service soon) (2 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Sep 05, 2019

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Code P1653 Buick Description

OBDII Code P1653 Buick - EGR Vent Solenoid Control Circuit Conditions - AutoCodes.com — P1653 Buick Code - EGR Vent Solenoid Control Circuit Conditions

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1653 Buick?

Faulty EGR Vent Solenoid
EGR Vent Solenoid harness is open or shorted
EGR Vent Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1653 Buick?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1653 Buick code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.