2021 Honda Insight EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC B1663

DTC B1663  : Rear Interior LF Antenna Circuit Short

NOTE:  If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A .

DTC Description DTC
B1663 Rear Interior LF Antenna Circuit Short  

DTC (Keyless Access Control Unit)

  1. Problem verification

    -1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

    -2. Select the KEYLESS ACCESS CONTROL UNIT from the ONE-PUSH START system select menu with the HDS, and enter the SELF CHECK.

    -3. Do the SELF CHECK.

    SELF CHECK

    Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC
    B1663 Rear Interior LF Antenna Circuit Short  

    Is DTC B1663 indicated?

    YES 

    Go to step 2.

    NO 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.

  2. Shorted wire check (EXT R+, EXT R- lines)

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    -2. Disconnect the following connectors.

    Body control module connector C (66P)Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector

    -3. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2 individually.

    Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
    Body control module connector C (66P): disconnected
    Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector: disconnected
    Test point 1 Body control module connector C (66P) No. 50
    Test point 2 Body ground
    Test point 1 Body control module connector C (66P) No. 66
    Test point 2 Body ground

    Is there continuity?

    YES 

    Repair a short to ground in the wire.

    NO 

    The EXT R+ and EXT R- wires are not shorted. Go to step 3.

  3. Shorted wire check (EXT R+ to EXT R- line)

    -1. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

    Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
    Body control module connector F (36P): disconnected
    Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector: disconnected
    Test point 1 Body control module connector C (66P) No. 50
    Test point 2 Body control module connector C (66P) No. 66

    Is there continuity?

    YES 

    Repair a short between the wires.

    NO 

    The EXT R+ and EXT R- wires are OK. Go to step 4.

  4. Rear interior LF antenna internal resistance check

    -1. On the LF antenna side, measure the resistance between test points 1 and 2.

    Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
    Body control module connector C (66P): disconnected
    Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector: disconnected
    Test point 1 Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector (male terminals) No. 1:
    Test point 2 Rear interior LF antenna 2P connector (male terminals) No. 2:
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    Is there overrange?

    YES 

    Replace the body control module .

    NO 

    Faulty LF antenna; Replace the rear interior LF antenna .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.