OBD Guide

C0136

Base Brake System Pressure Circuit/Sensor

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

Symptoms

  • ABS or ESP indicator is on
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Incorrect operation of the stabilization system

Causes

  • Pressure sensor malfunction
  • Open or shorted wiring harness
  • Problems with the brake ECU
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Measure the resistance and voltage of the sensor
  3. Check connections and contacts
  4. Replace pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Flash or replace the ECU if a malfunction is detected

Related codes

Error C0136 by Vehicle Brand