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ChassisC0294

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Communication lost with battery management system

7 brands affected · Description from DFFS data.

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

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 7

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooC0294No description available Chassis
DFFSC0294Communication lost with battery management system BrandChassis
GMC0294No description available Chassis
HoldenC0294Brake Switch and Brake Pedal Position Sensor Correlation BrandChassis
OpelC0294No description available Chassis
PeugeotC0294No description available Chassis
SaabC0294No description available Chassis

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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C0294 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC029400EvFr defect due to Valve-Driver-ASIC Qx-Feedback. BrandChassis

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