OBD Guide

C0203

Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

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

Causes

  • Pressure sensor malfunction
  • Open or shorted wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Malfunction of the ABS/ESP control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the pressure sensor using an OBD-II scanner
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and contacts
  3. Replace sensor if necessary
  4. Check ABS/ESP control unit

Related codes

Error C0203 by Vehicle Brand