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2010 AUDI S5

4.2L V8AWDAUTOMATICgas
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C0074moderate severityChassis

Lateral Acceleration Sensor Bias/Offset

on 2010 Audi S5 4.2L V8 · AWD

What this code means

The lateral acceleration sensor zero-point calibration has drifted beyond acceptable limits.

Symptoms

  • Stability control activates on flat road
  • ESC warning light on
  • Inappropriate stability intervention

Common causes

  • Sensor drift over time
  • Sensor not mounted level
  • Vehicle parked on slope during calibration
  • Aftermarket lift kit changing sensor plane

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check sensor output on level surface
  2. Perform sensor zero-point calibration on level ground
  3. Verify sensor mounting angle
  4. Check for aftermarket ride height modifications

Repair notes

Recalibrate sensor on level ground. Replace if bias persists.

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