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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SL

3.0L I6RWDAUTOMATICgas
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C0028moderate severityChassis

RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent

on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.0L I6 · RWD

What this code means

The right rear wheel speed sensor signal is intermittent.

Symptoms

  • Intermittent ABS light
  • Inconsistent rear braking
  • Stability control fault intermittent

Common causes

  • Wiring fatigue near rear suspension
  • Road debris damage to harness
  • Corroded rear connector
  • Sensor retention clip broken

Diagnostic steps

  1. Road test with live data monitoring
  2. Inspect wiring along suspension travel path
  3. Check connector condition
  4. Test sensor mounting security

Repair notes

Repair wiring or connector. Replace retention hardware.

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