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C0070

Electronic Stability Control System

2007-2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L I4

Moderate SeverityChassisGeneric (SAE)

Description

General malfunction in the vehicle stability control system.

Symptoms

  • Stability control light on
  • Traction control disabled
  • VSC/ESC OFF warning

Common Causes

  • Faulty steering angle sensor
  • Yaw rate sensor failure
  • ABS issue affecting stability system
  • Module failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Scan for all chassis codes
  2. Test steering angle sensor
  3. Check yaw rate sensor
  4. Test ABS system
  5. Perform steering angle calibration

Repair Notes

Often requires steering angle sensor calibration after alignment or battery disconnect.

Related Codes

C0071Yaw Rate Sensor CircuitC0076Steering Angle Sensor Circuit

Other Chassis Codes

C0070 on Other Vehicles

Nissan 200SX

1995-1998 1.6L I4 GA16DE

Nissan 200SX SE-R

1995-1998 2.0L I4 SR20DE

Nissan 240SX

1995-1998 2.4L I4 KA24DE

Nissan 300ZX

1990-1996 3.0L V6 VG30DE

Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo

1990-1996 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 VG30DETT

Nissan 350Z

2003-2006 3.5L V6 VQ35DE

Nissan 350Z

2007-2009 3.5L V6 VQ35HR

Nissan 370Z

2009-2020 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR

Common Questions

What does code C0070 mean on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?

C0070 stands for "Electronic Stability Control System". General malfunction in the vehicle stability control system.

What are the symptoms of C0070 on a Nissan Altima?

Common symptoms of C0070 include: Stability control light on, Traction control disabled, VSC/ESC OFF warning.

What causes C0070 on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?

Common causes of C0070 include: Faulty steering angle sensor, Yaw rate sensor failure, ABS issue affecting stability system, Module failure.

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