OBD Guide

C0508

Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor A Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The ABS/ESP indicator on the dashboard is on
  • ABS system does not work
  • Erratic behavior of the ESP system
  • Errors in cruise control operation

Causes

  • Damage to the wheel speed sensor wiring harness
  • Faulty wheel speed sensor
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Damage to the ring gear on the hub
  • Problems with the ABS control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Check sensor resistance (usually 800-1400 Ohm)
  3. Clean the sensor connector and check the contacts
  4. Check the air gap between the sensor and the ring gear
  5. Replace the wheel speed sensor if necessary

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