OBD Guide

C0082

Brake System Malfunction Indicator

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The brake system indicator does not light up when the ignition is turned on.
  • False activation of the brake system indicator
  • Brake light stays on constantly

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the indicator circuit
  • Indicator lamp failure
  • Problems with the control unit
  • Malfunction of the brake fluid level sensor
  • Corrosion of contacts or connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the brake fluid level
  2. Inspect the wiring and connectors of the indicator
  3. Check indicator lamp
  4. Check the operation of the brake fluid level sensor
  5. Scan the control unit for other errors

Related codes

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