OBD Guide

C0278

Open or Short Circuit in ABS Solenoid Relay Circuit

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

Symptoms

  • ABS light is on
  • Disabling the ABS system
  • Unstable operation of the brake system

Causes

  • Broken wires in the ABS solenoid relay circuit
  • Short circuit in the circuit
  • Faulty ABS solenoid relay
  • Wiring Harness Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wires in the ABS solenoid relay circuit
  2. Check the ABS solenoid relay for malfunctions.
  3. Replace damaged wires or relays
  4. Check wiring harness for damage

Related codes

Error C0278 by Vehicle Brand