OBD Guide

C05C9

Brake Pressure Sensor Supply Circuit

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

Symptoms

  • The brake system fault indicator lights up
  • Incorrect operation of ABS or ESP
  • Reduced braking performance
  • Loss of emergency braking assistance

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor power supply circuit
  • Brake pressure sensor malfunction
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Brake ECU malfunction
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor power supply circuit
  2. Check the voltage at the sensor connector
  3. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  4. Check connectors for corrosion and poor contact
  5. Replace brake pressure sensor if necessary
  6. Check and, if necessary, replace the brake control unit.

Related codes

Error C05C9 by Vehicle Brand