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ChassisC2227

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake pad temperature too high

7 brands affected · Description from Chery 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 cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine. 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

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 7

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
CheryC2227Brake pad temperature too high BrandChassis
DaewooC2227Brake Disc Temperature High BrandChassis
HyundaiC2227No description available Chassis
MaseratiC2227ABS disabled ECU BrandChassis
MitsubishiC2227BSW warning indicator BrandChassis
ProtonC2227BSW warning indicator BrandChassis
TataC2227No 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of C2227 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongC222700Excessive temperature of brake disc BrandChassis

6Related codes

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