ChassisC1589

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Steering Wheel Angle Sensor

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 the steering system. Steering effort may increase.

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

Faulty wheel speed sensor
Damaged sensor ring or wiring
Faulty ABS module
Low brake fluid
Wheel bearing damage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Steering effort may increase. If the steering feels heavy or unpredictable, stop safely and have it checked.

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

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	C1589	No description available	Chassis
Daewoo	C1589	No description available	Chassis
GM	C1589	No description available	Chassis
Holden	C1589	Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Brand	Chassis
Opel	C1589	No description available	Chassis
Peugeot	C1589	No description available	Chassis
Saab	C1589	No description available	Chassis
Sprinter	C1589	No 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.

5Related codes

Browse Cxxx codes or C158xx codes.