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ChassisC1286

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Stroke sensor 0 point voltage abnormal

14 brands affected · Description from Daihatsu 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 14

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaewooC1286No description available Chassis
DaihatsuC1286Stroke sensor 0 point voltage abnormal BrandChassis
DFFSC1286S signal protocol error BrandChassis
GMC1286No description available Chassis
HoldenC1286Commanded Axle Torque Message Counter Incorrect BrandChassis
HyundaiC1286No description available Chassis
Land RoverC1286No description available Chassis
OpelC1286No description available Chassis
PeroduaC1286Stroke sensor 0 point voltage abnormal BrandChassis
PeugeotC1286No description available Chassis
SaabC1286No description available Chassis
MG (SAIC)C1286Excessive Activation - Iso Rear Left BrandChassis
SuzukiC1286Steering Sensor Bias BrandChassis
ToyotaC1286No 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C1286 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiC128602If internal fault on ACU or IMU is detected, HECU sets DTC.※ IMU: Yaw rate & G sensor integrated ACU BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC128611Die Ansteuerung des Niveauventils hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein Kurzschluss nach Masse vor. BrandChassis
Mercedes-BenzC128613Die Ansteuerung des Niveauventils hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt eine Unterbrechung vor. BrandChassis

6Related codes

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