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ChassisC052A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Steering Angle Sensor Module Correlation

10 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

Safety: This code relates to the steering system. Steering effort may increase.

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

Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.

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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
DaewooC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
EOBDC052AStuurhoeksensormodule correlatie BrandChassis
GMC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
HoldenC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
Land RoverC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
OpelC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
PeugeotC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
SaabC052ASteering Angle Sensor Module Correlation SAEChassis
ToyotaC052ASteering angle sensor module correlation 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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