{"id":519145,"date":"2025-12-11T06:46:57","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T11:46:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/"},"modified":"2025-12-11T06:46:57","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T11:46:57","slug":"dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/","title":{"rendered":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &#038; Costs Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container\">\n<section class=\"hero\">\n<div class=\"code-badge\">U0163<\/div>\n<h1>U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &amp; Costs Guide<\/h1>\n<p class=\"hero-subtitle\">\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"quick-summary\">\n<h2>Quick Summary<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>U0163 = Lost communication with the Navigation Control Module (NCM) on the CAN bus. <\/li>\n<li>Typical signs: blank\/frozen navigation screen, loss of GPS signal, disabled turn\u2011by\u2011turn directions, and a navigation\u2011system warning light. <\/li>\n<li>Primary causes: NCM hardware failure, damaged wiring or connectors, CAN\u2011bus voltage\/termination problems, or corrupted module software. <\/li>\n<li>Diagnosis: scan for U0163, verify NCM presence on the network, test power and ground, inspect wiring, and attempt a re\u2011program. <\/li>\n<li>Replacement vs. repair: if the module repeatedly fails, is older than 8 years, or software repair is unavailable, a VIN\u2011matched replacement from Flagship One is usually the most reliable solution. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3>U0163 Communication Failure: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Repair Steps <\/h3>\n<p>Drivers notice the problem almost immediately because the navigation system is the first thing that stops working. A blank or frozen map display, an intermittent GPS lock, or a persistent \u201cNavigation System\u201d warning on the instrument cluster are the most common alerts. Turn\u2011by\u2011turn directions may disappear, and voice prompts that rely on GPS can become silent. The fault does <strong>not<\/strong> affect engine performance, transmission operation, or safety\u2011critical systems such as airbags or ABS. <\/p>\n<h2>Symptoms <\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Blank or frozen navigation screen<\/strong> \u2013 the map graphic stays static or the entire display goes dark. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of GPS signal<\/strong> \u2013 the vehicle no longer shows a satellite lock; the \u201cGPS\u201d icon disappears. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Disabled turn\u2011by\u2011turn guidance<\/strong> \u2013 voice prompts and route recalculations stop working. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Navigation\u2011system warning light or message<\/strong> \u2013 a dashboard indicator or on\u2011screen alert specifically mentions \u201cNavigation System\u201d or \u201cGPS.\u201d <\/li>\n<li><strong>Intermittent infotainment glitches<\/strong> \u2013 occasional freezes or reboot cycles that coincide with the loss of navigation data. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Because the NCM only controls the navigation and infotainment functions, you will not notice rough idle, stalling, loss of power, or any drivability issues. <\/p>\n<h2>Why This Happens <\/h2>\n<h3>Faulty Navigation Control Module Hardware <\/h3>\n<p>The NCM contains a processor, memory, and a GPS receiver. Internal component failure\u2014such as cracked solder joints, moisture\u2011induced corrosion, or a damaged GPS antenna\u2014prevents it from responding to CAN\u2011bus requests, triggering U0163. <\/p>\n<h3>Wiring Harness Damage or Corrosion <\/h3>\n<p>The NCM communicates through the vehicle\u2019s CAN bus. Frayed wires, corroded pins, or loose connector clips break the data path. Even a single high\u2011resistance joint can cause the control unit to appear offline to the scan tool. <\/p>\n<h3>CAN\u2011Bus Voltage or Termination Issues <\/h3>\n<p>The CAN network requires a stable 2.5 V common\u2011mode voltage and correctly placed termination resistors (120 \u03a9 at each end). A voltage drop below 2.2 V or an open\/shorted termination can corrupt the handshake between the NCM and the body control module, resulting in lost communication. <\/p>\n<h3>Corrupted or Out\u2011of\u2011Date Firmware <\/h3>\n<p>Software bugs, incomplete updates, or memory glitches can cause the NCM to stop broadcasting its identifier. A re\u2011flash often restores proper operation, but if the flash fails repeatedly the module may need replacement. <\/p>\n<h3>Power\u2011Supply Anomalies (Secondary Consideration) <\/h3>\n<p>A weak power source\u2014often due to a marginal fuse or a voltage regulator that is beginning to fail\u2014can cause intermittent loss of NCM operation. While the primary focus should remain on the module and its data path, checking the supply voltage (12.0\u201314.5 V while the engine runs) helps rule out this secondary factor. <\/p>\n<h2>Diagnostic and Repair Procedures <\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Read the Code with a Manufacturer\u2011Specific Scan Tool<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Connect the OBD\u2011II interface, select the \u201cNetwork\u201d or \u201cCommunication\u201d screen, and verify that U0163 is present. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Note any additional codes (e.g., U0100 \u201cLost Communication With Vehicle Speed Sensor Module\u201d) that may indicate a broader CAN\u2011bus problem. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Confirm NCM Presence on the CAN Bus<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; In the live\u2011data view, locate the NCM\u2019s module ID. If the ID does not appear, the bus cannot see the module. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Inspect Wiring and Connectors<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Visually examine the harness for chafing, crushed clips, or water intrusion. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Perform a continuity test on each pin of the NCM connector (typically a 16\u2011 or 20\u2011pin plug). <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Clean corroded pins with electrical contact cleaner and a soft brush. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Test Power and Ground at the NCM<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Measure voltage at the power pin with the ignition on; it should read 12.0\u201314.5 V. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Verify ground resistance is below 0.1 \u03a9. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Check CAN\u2011Bus Termination and Voltage Levels<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Using a CAN\u2011bus analyzer, confirm the differential voltage stays within 1.5\u20133.5 V. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Verify the 120 \u03a9 termination resistors are present at both ends of the network segment that includes the NCM. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Attempt a Re\u2011Program \/ Firmware Update<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; If the module powers up and the bus is healthy, re\u2011flash the latest navigation software using the dealer\u2019s update package. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Re\u2011programming typically costs $200\u2013$400 for labor and software, plus any required licensing fees. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Evaluate Repair Viability<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Minor board repairs (e.g., replacing a blown capacitor) may cost $150\u2013$300 in labor, but success rates drop sharply after moisture damage or repeated communication loss. <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Replace the Navigation Control Module When Needed<\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p> &#8211; Install a VIN\u2011matched replacement, program it to the vehicle\u2019s specifications, and perform a post\u2011install verification scan. <\/p>\n<p> &#8211; Replacement parts generally run $600\u2013$900, with labor of $200\u2013$300 for removal, installation, and final coding. <\/p>\n<h2>When Replacement Makes Sense <\/h2>\n<div class=\"flagship-logo-section\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Flagship One\" class=\"flagship-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Repeated communication failures, a history of water intrusion, or an NCM that is more than eight years old usually indicate that repair will be temporary. A fresh module eliminates latent defects, and modern replacements come pre\u2011programmed to the vehicle\u2019s VIN, reducing the risk of mismatched software. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Flagship One\u2019s expertise<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p>Modern control modules are tightly integrated with security, immobilizer, and infotainment systems. That integration makes correct programming as critical as the hardware itself. Flagship One specializes in VIN\u2011matched control modules, providing a plug\u2011and\u2011drive solution backed by a comprehensive warranty. Replacement units vary depending on production date and software version, so the correct module is matched by VIN before programming. This ensures seamless communication with the CAN bus and eliminates the guesswork often associated with aftermarket parts. <\/p>\n<h2>Preventive Maintenance <\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep connectors dry and clean<\/strong> \u2013 inspect the NCM harness during routine service; spray contact cleaner if any corrosion is visible. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Protect wiring from abrasion<\/strong> \u2013 route cables away from moving parts and sharp edges, especially in the dashboard area where the NCM resides. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Schedule periodic software updates<\/strong> \u2013 manufacturers release navigation\u2011system patches that address known communication bugs. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitor CAN\u2011bus health<\/strong> \u2013 a professional scan every 30 000 mi can detect early voltage or termination issues before they cause a U0163. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid aftermarket accessories that tap the CAN bus<\/strong> without proper shielding; poorly shielded devices can introduce noise that interferes with NCM communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"cta-section\">\n<h2>VIN-Programmed Control Module Replacement<\/h2>\n<p>Flagship One provides VIN-programmed, OEM engine and powertrain control modules backed by lifetime warranty. Units arrive pre-programmed to your vehicle&#8217;s specifications for plug-and-drive installation.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/\">View Products<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GPS drops or navigation screen blank on your vehicle? Communication with the Navigation Control Module can halt navigation; run a scan and reprogram it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-519145","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-auto-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &amp; Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &amp; Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"GPS drops or navigation screen blank on your vehicle? Communication with the Navigation Control Module can halt navigation; run a scan and reprogram it.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Flagship One Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:author\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"FlagshipOne\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@theflagshipone\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@theflagshipone\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"FlagshipOne\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"6 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"FlagshipOne\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/a3cf463514bd03eb7656953ef8f75700\"},\"headline\":\"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &#038; Costs Guide\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":1126,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Auto News\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/\",\"name\":\"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps & Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/12\\\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg\",\"width\":2560,\"height\":617},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &#038; Costs Guide\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"name\":\"Flagship One Blog\",\"description\":\"Flagship One Inc. OEM Engine Computers  Control Modules\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Flagship One, Inc.\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2019\\\/06\\\/web-lg-fs1-logo.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2019\\\/06\\\/web-lg-fs1-logo.png\",\"width\":1341,\"height\":1098,\"caption\":\"Flagship One, Inc.\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/flagshipone\",\"https:\\\/\\\/x.com\\\/theflagshipone\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/flagship_one\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/channel\\\/UC0oyKphffBM2qkJ-gKPmMXw\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/a3cf463514bd03eb7656953ef8f75700\",\"name\":\"FlagshipOne\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"FlagshipOne\"},\"description\":\"The world's top supplier of programmed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Powertrain Control Modules (PCM), Engine Control Modules (ECM), Injection Control Modules (IDM), Body Control Modules (BCM), Transmission Control Modules (TCM), Engine Control Units and all other car control units. With over a decade in the business, we are the most reliable source when it comes to programming services for replacement engine control modules.\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/flagshipone\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/flagship_one\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.linkedin.com\\\/company\\\/fs1inc\"],\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.fs1inc.com\\\/blog\\\/author\\\/flagship1inc\\\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps & Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps & Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog","og_description":"GPS drops or navigation screen blank on your vehicle? Communication with the Navigation Control Module can halt navigation; run a scan and reprogram it.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/","og_site_name":"Flagship One Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone","article_author":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone\/","article_published_time":"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00","og_image":[{"url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg","type":"","width":"","height":""}],"author":"FlagshipOne","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@theflagshipone","twitter_site":"@theflagshipone","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"FlagshipOne","Est. reading time":"6 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/"},"author":{"name":"FlagshipOne","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/a3cf463514bd03eb7656953ef8f75700"},"headline":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &#038; Costs Guide","datePublished":"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/"},"wordCount":1126,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg","articleSection":["Auto News"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/","url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/","name":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps & Costs Guide - Flagship One Blog","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg","datePublished":"2025-12-11T11:46:57+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/fs1inc_logo2-scaled.jpg","width":2560,"height":617},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0163-lost-communication-navigation-control-module\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"U0163 Code Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Repair Steps &#038; Costs Guide"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/","name":"Flagship One Blog","description":"Flagship One Inc. OEM Engine Computers  Control Modules","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Flagship One, Inc.","url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/web-lg-fs1-logo.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/web-lg-fs1-logo.png","width":1341,"height":1098,"caption":"Flagship One, Inc."},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone","https:\/\/x.com\/theflagshipone","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/flagship_one","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC0oyKphffBM2qkJ-gKPmMXw"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/a3cf463514bd03eb7656953ef8f75700","name":"FlagshipOne","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/351b81e51993825aea73280c48061a7205fdd2189730ebbdee5d63894c5cebb4?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"FlagshipOne"},"description":"The world's top supplier of programmed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Powertrain Control Modules (PCM), Engine Control Modules (ECM), Injection Control Modules (IDM), Body Control Modules (BCM), Transmission Control Modules (TCM), Engine Control Units and all other car control units. With over a decade in the business, we are the most reliable source when it comes to programming services for replacement engine control modules.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/","https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/flagshipone\/","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/flagship_one\/","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/fs1inc"],"url":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/author\/flagship1inc\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/519145","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=519145"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/519145\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=519145"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=519145"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=519145"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}