What it means
This code identifies a fault associated with the stability system being active too long. The specific failure depends on the diagnostic subtype.
At a glance
- Usually lights the ABS or stability-control warning light
How it works
The stability system briefly applies braking or reduces engine torque when it detects that the vehicle is losing directional control. This subfault code concerns intervention lasting longer than the system allows; its subtype and recorded data help distinguish extended low-traction activity from a system problem.
Common causes
Most likely first.
- Extended intervention from low traction or driver behavior
Symptoms
- Stability-control warning light
- Stability control may be limited or disabled
How to diagnose it
- Read the stability module's subtype and freeze-frame data to see how long intervention lasted and what vehicle conditions were recorded.
- Check for related wheel-speed, steering-angle, yaw-rate, or acceleration-sensor codes that could make the system intervene unnecessarily.
- Inspect all four tyres for mismatched sizes, markedly different wear, damage, or incorrect inflation that could cause persistent wheel slip.
- Review live wheel-speed and stability-sensor data during a careful, low-risk drive to look for implausible readings or signs of repeated intervention.
- If the event recurs on a dry, straight road, test the relevant sensors and circuits using the subtype-specific manufacturer procedure.
Common fixes
- Correct tyre pressures and address mismatched or excessively worn tyres.
- Repair wiring or connectors for any sensor implicated by companion codes or live data.
- Replace a confirmed faulty wheel-speed or stability sensor.
- Repair the underlying traction or stability-control fault identified by subtype-guided testing.
Can I keep driving?
If the warning appeared after prolonged wheelspin, hard cornering, or driving on a slippery surface, stop safely and let conditions improve before continuing gently. If it returns on normal dry roads or stability control is disabled, avoid high speeds and abrupt manoeuvres until diagnosed.
A code shows where the control module detected a fault, not always which part failed. Check the causes in order and confirm with a test before replacing parts. Have several codes? Check them together
This is a generic code: it means the same on every make. The car’s maker may add more detail in its own service information.