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2004 DODGE RAM 2500

5.7L V8 Hemi4WDAUTOMATICgas
9 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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C0071moderate severityChassis

Yaw Rate Sensor Circuit

on 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8 Hemi · 4WD

What this code means

Malfunction in the yaw rate sensor, which measures vehicle rotational speed around its vertical axis.

Symptoms

  • Stability control light on
  • ESC/VSC disabled
  • Vehicle stability assist inoperative
  • Traction control may also be disabled

Common causes

  • Faulty yaw rate sensor
  • Sensor mounting loose
  • Wiring harness damaged
  • ABS/stability control module failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Read yaw rate sensor data with scan tool (should be near zero when stationary)
  2. Inspect sensor mounting and orientation
  3. Check wiring harness for damage
  4. Perform sensor calibration procedure
  5. Test sensor by slowly rotating vehicle

Repair notes

Calibrate yaw rate sensor. Replace if calibration fails or sensor output is erratic.

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