OBD Guide

C0651

Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor B Circuit/Open

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

Symptoms

  • ABS light is on
  • Disabling the stabilization system
  • Incorrect speed readings on the speedometer

Causes

  • Broken wires in the sensor harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wheel speed sensor malfunction
  • Damage to the ring gear on the hub

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring harness
  2. Clean the contacts in the sensor connector
  3. Check the sensor resistance (should be between 800-2000 Ohms)
  4. Replace the wheel speed sensor if necessary
  5. Check the condition of the ring gear on the hub

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