PowertrainP050F85

Serious

Severity: Serious - have it checked soon

The vacuum in the brake booster is too low. There is a signal above the permissible limit value.

1 brand affected · Description from Mercedes-Benz data.

Key terms: Boost pressure: extra air pressure made by a turbo or supercharger · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the braking system or brake assist. Braking may be affected.

1What it means in plain English

This range covers vehicle speed, idle and oil-pressure control, charging-system voltage, and brake-switch circuits.

2Common causes

Carbon build-up in the throttle body
Faulty idle air control valve
Faulty vehicle speed sensor
Faulty charging system or weak battery
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Serious · drive with care

Have it checked immediately: brakes or brake assistance may be affected. Do not drive if the pedal feels soft or hard, the car pulls when braking, or the brake warning light is 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 1

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P050F85	The vacuum in the brake booster is too low. There is a signal above the permissible limit value. Brand	Powertrain

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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