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ChassisC1011

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Tandem brake master cylinder, pressure sensor 2: Signal offset

21 brands affected · Description from BMW 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 21

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorC1011ABS Warning Lamp Malfunction BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC1011No description available Chassis
BMWC1011Tandem brake master cylinder, pressure sensor 2: Signal offset BrandChassis
BYDC1011Right front pressure monitor ID lost BrandChassis
CheryC1011Acceleration sensor fault BrandChassis
DFFSC1011Power supply voltage too low BrandChassis
GeelyC1011Steering wheel angle sensor initialization failed BrandChassis
Great WallC1011Battery Voltage Too Low BrandChassis
HyundaiC1011No description available Chassis
IsuzuC1011No description available Chassis
Land RoverC1011Brake Pedal Feel Simulator Cut-off Pressure Sensor BrandChassis
MahindraC1011Defective reading of EEPROM (EEPROM reading data failure) BrandChassis
MaseratiC1011Battery voltage under 10V BrandChassis
MitsubishiC1011FL wheel speed sensor signal BrandChassis
PeugeotC1011No description available Chassis
ProtonC1011FL wheel speed sensor signal BrandChassis
MG (SAIC)C1011Wheel Speed Sensor front Left - Electrical BrandChassis
SmartC1011No description available Chassis
SprinterC1011No description available Chassis
SuzukiC1011Rear Left Inner Sonar Power Supply Circuit Shorted to Ground BrandChassis
TataC1011No 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 12

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1011 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC101100Steuergerät Ventil MCI1 elektrischer Fehler BrandChassis
SsangYongC101100Body acceleration sensor front right short to ground BrandChassis
VolkswagenC101100Pad change mode active BrandChassis
SsangYongC101101Wheel speed sensor front-LH open/short BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101107The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. Counter byte when corresponding SAE Code is used more than one time BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101111The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. There is a short circuit to ground. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC10114BThe left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. There is a fault due to overtemperature. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101161The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. The signal calculation is faulty. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101177The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. The commanded position cannot be reached. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101195The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. The mechanical setup is not OK. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC101196The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. There is an internal component fault. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC1011E0The left rear brake caliper has a malfunction. Counter byte when corresponding SAE Code is used more than one time BrandChassis

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