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ChassisC124B

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

AWD Oil Pump Motor Speed Sensor Signal Circuit Erratic

8 brands affected · Description from Holden 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 engine oil pressure or oil level. Low oil pressure can destroy the engine within minutes.

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?

Serious · drive with care

Stop the engine as soon as it is safe and do not drive until it has been checked. Low oil pressure or a low oil level can destroy the engine within minutes.

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 8

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooC124BNo description available Chassis
GMC124BNo description available Chassis
HoldenC124BAWD Oil Pump Motor Speed Sensor Signal Circuit Erratic BrandChassis
OpelC124BNo description available Chassis
PeugeotC124BNo description available Chassis
SaabC124BNo description available Chassis
MG (SAIC)C124BBHM-APC Related Fault BrandChassis
ToyotaC124BNo 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.

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