Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor Circuit Low
2007-2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L I4
Description
Low voltage from the master cylinder brake pressure sensor, indicating a circuit fault.
Symptoms
- ABS light on
- Stability control disabled
- Brake assist may not function
- Regenerative braking malfunction on hybrids
Common Causes
- Sensor short to ground
- Faulty pressure sensor
- Connector pin damage
- Low battery voltage to sensor
Diagnostic Steps
- Test sensor supply voltage
- Check signal wire for shorts to ground
- Inspect sensor connector
- Test sensor output while pressing brake pedal
- Check for related ABS module codes
Repair Notes
Replace master cylinder pressure sensor. Verify supply voltage.
Related Codes
Other Chassis Codes
- C0021LF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0022RF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0023LR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0024RR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0025LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0026RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0027LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0028RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0035Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
- C0036Left Front Wheel Speed Signal Erratic
C0086 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 C0086 mean on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
C0086 stands for "Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor Circuit Low". Low voltage from the master cylinder brake pressure sensor, indicating a circuit fault.
What are the symptoms of C0086 on a Nissan Altima?
Common symptoms of C0086 include: ABS light on, Stability control disabled, Brake assist may not function, Regenerative braking malfunction on hybrids.
What causes C0086 on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?
Common causes of C0086 include: Sensor short to ground, Faulty pressure sensor, Connector pin damage, Low battery voltage to sensor.