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ChassisC1109

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Diag C I B U S C M B Z E2 E

19 brands affected · Description from Ford 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 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzC1109No description available Chassis
CheryC1109Ignition signal fault BrandChassis
DaewooC1109No description available Chassis
DFFSC1109No description available Chassis
FordC1109Diag C I B U S C M B Z E2 E BrandChassis
GMC1109No description available Chassis
HoldenC1109Battery Voltage BrandChassis
HyundaiC1109No description available Chassis
IsuzuC1109No description available Chassis
Land RoverC1109No description available Chassis
MahindraC1109Shorted Solenoid - Iso Front Right BrandChassis
MitsubishiC1109No description available Chassis
OpelC1109No description available Chassis
PeugeotC1109No description available Chassis
SaabC1109No description available Chassis
MG (SAIC)C1109Reverse Gear Signal Implausible BrandChassis
SmartC1109No description available Chassis
SuzukiC1109No description available Chassis
SWM MotorC1109ignition signal lost 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1109 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongC110900IGN signal error BrandChassis
SsangYongC110921IGN signal error BrandChassis

6Related codes

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