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ChassisC05CF

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake master cylinder piston position sensor 'B' circuit range/performance

9 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

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

The braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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 9

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVC05CFData And Event Record. Low Signal BrandChassis
DaewooC05CFNo description available Chassis
EOBDC05CFBromshuvudcylinderns kolvlägessensor 'B' kretsområde/prestanda BrandChassis
GMC05CFNo description available Chassis
HoldenC05CFNo description available Chassis
OpelC05CFNo description available Chassis
PeugeotC05CFNo description available Chassis
SaabC05CFNo description available Chassis
ToyotaC05CFBrake master cylinder piston position sensor 'B' circuit range/performance 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.

5Extended variant codes 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C05CF and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongC05CF00EAS internal plausibility fault BrandChassis

6Related codes

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