OBD Guide

C0202

Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor

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

Symptoms

  • ABS/ESP indicator is on
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Incorrect operation of the stabilization system
  • Loss of pressure in the brake system

Causes

  • Pressure sensor malfunction
  • Open or shorted wiring harness
  • Problems with the ABS/ESP control module
  • Low brake fluid level
  • Air in the brake system

How to Fix

  1. Check the brake fluid level
  2. Diagnose the sensor wiring harness and connectors
  3. Check sensor resistance (according to manufacturer's specifications)
  4. Replace pressure sensor if necessary
  5. Adapt the system after replacement

Related codes

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