OBD Guide

C0293

Park Brake Switch Control

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

Symptoms

  • The parking brake indicator on the dashboard is on
  • Incorrect operation of the ABS or ESP system
  • The error does not disappear after releasing the parking brake

Causes

  • Parking brake switch malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Oxidation of contacts
  • ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the parking brake switch
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check the contacts in the connectors for oxidation or corrosion
  4. Test the control circuit with a multimeter
  5. If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring harness

Related codes

Error C0293 by Vehicle Brand