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ChassisC0083

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator

22 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: ABS: anti-lock braking, which stops the wheels locking · Stability control: helps stop the car skidding · Wheel speed sensor: measures how fast each wheel turns · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list

1What it means in plain English

A chassis system has a fault, usually ABS, traction control or stability control, but some makes use this range for airbags, electric power steering or park brakes.

2Common causes

  1. Faulty wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged sensor ring or wiring
  3. Faulty ABS module
  4. Low brake fluid
  5. Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

If the code names an airbag or SRS system, the airbag may not deploy in a crash: have it diagnosed promptly. If it names electric power steering, the assist may fail and the steering can become heavy: stop safely if that happens. If it names the brakes or park brake, have it checked before driving when braking feels abnormal. Otherwise ABS and stability control may be disabled: drive carefully, especially in wet conditions, and have it checked soon.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator SAEChassis
BAIC MotorC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
BYDC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
CheryC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
DaewooC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
DFFSC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
DFFXC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
DFXKC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
EOBDC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator SAEChassis
GeelyC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
GMC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
Great WallC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
HafeiC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
HoldenC0083Tire Pressure Monitoring System BrandChassis
HyundaiC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator SAEChassis
Land RoverC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
OpelC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
PeugeotC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator SAEChassis
SaabC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator BrandChassis
MG (SAIC)C0083TPI related fault BrandChassis
TataC0083Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction Indicator SAEChassis
ToyotaC0083Tire pressure monitor malfunction indicator BrandChassis

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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