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C004E

Brake System Pressure Control Valve Actuator Stuck

C004E is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Brake System Pressure Control Valve Actuator Stuck. Common causes: mechanical valve sticking, brake fluid contamination. Estimated repair cost: $56–167.

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The ABS/ESP lamp on the instrument panel is on
  • Reduced effectiveness of the ABS system
  • Hard brake pedal
  • Uneven braking

Causes

  • Mechanical valve sticking
  • Brake fluid contamination
  • Solenoid malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Diagnostics of the ABS system using a scanner
  2. Checking Solenoid Resistance
  3. Inspect the wiring harness and connections
  4. Replacing a faulty valve/solenoid
  5. Bleeding the brake system
  6. Replacing brake fluid (if required)

Related codes

C0040C0041C0042C0043

Error C004E by Vehicle Brand

AcuraAudiBAICBMWBYDBuickCadillacChanganCheryChevroletChryslerCitroenDodgeDongfengExeedFAWFordForthingFotonGACGMGMCGeelyGreat WallHavalHondaHongqiHyundaiInfinitiJACJaecooJaguarJeepJetourKaiyiKiaLadaLexusLi AutoLifanLincolnLivanMazdaMercedes-BenzMercuryMitsubishiNIONissanOldsmobileOmodaOpelPeugeotPlymouthPontiacRenaultSWMSaturnSkodaSkywellSubaruSuzukiTankToyotaVolkswagenVolvoVoyahXPengZeekrZotye

FAQ

What does the C004E code mean?

C004E is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Brake System Pressure Control Valve Actuator Stuck

What causes a C004E error code?

The most common causes of C004E include: Mechanical valve sticking; Brake fluid contamination; Solenoid malfunction; Wiring harness damage.

How do I fix a C004E diagnostic trouble code?

To fix C004E: Diagnostics of the ABS system using a scanner. Checking Solenoid Resistance. Inspect the wiring harness and connections. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with C004E?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix C004E?

The estimated repair cost for C004E is $56–167. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

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