OBD Guide

C052B

ABS Pump Motor Control Range/Performance

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$56–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • ABS and ESP warning lights are on
  • Increased response time of ABS when braking
  • Unusual noise from ABS hydraulic unit
  • Brake pedal vibration during ABS operation is weaker than usual
  • Complete disabling of ABS/ESP systems

Causes

  • Mechanical wear of the ABS pump motor
  • Brake fluid contamination, increased viscosity
  • Air in the ABS hydraulic system
  • Low supply voltage (weak battery)
  • Increased resistance in the pump power circuit
  • ABS control module malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Perform a complete diagnostic of the ABS/ESP system
  2. Check the level and condition of the brake fluid - replace if necessary
  3. Check battery voltage and pump power circuit
  4. Bleed the ABS hydraulic unit using a diagnostic scanner
  5. Check the current consumption of the electric motor during operation
  6. If the motor malfunctions, replace the ABS hydraulic unit

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