C008B

Wheel Speed Sensor Supply Circuit Short To Battery

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–111 (est.)

Symptoms

The ABS/ESP indicator on the dashboard is on
Incorrect operation of the ABS system
Disabling the ESP system
Incorrect speed readings on the speedometer

Causes

Damage to the wheel speed sensor wiring harness
Short circuit in wheel speed sensor
Problems with the ABS/ESP control unit
Corrosion or oxidation of contacts

How to Fix

Check the condition of the wheel speed sensor wiring harness
Check the resistance and integrity of the wheel speed sensor
Inspect contacts for corrosion or oxidation
Check the condition of the ABS/ESP control unit
Replace the wheel speed sensor if necessary

Related codes

C0040 C0035 C0050