OBD Guide

C05A1

Brake Pressure Sensor E Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • ABS/ESP indicator is on
  • Reduced ABS performance
  • Unstable operation of the ESP system

Causes

  • Broken wires in the sensor harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Brake pressure sensor fault E
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Inspect connectors for oxidation or damage
  3. Check resistance of brake pressure sensor E
  4. Replace sensor if necessary
  5. Clean the connector contacts

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