Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit
2016-2017 Nissan Leaf 30 kWh Single Motor FWD
Description
General malfunction in the brake pedal position sensor, which provides analog brake apply data to the ABS/stability module.
Symptoms
- ABS warning light
- Stability control disabled
- Regenerative braking fault on hybrids
- Brake assist may not activate
Common Causes
- Faulty brake pedal position sensor
- Sensor wiring damage
- Connector corrosion at sensor
- ABS module input failure
Diagnostic Steps
- Read brake pedal position with scan tool while pressing pedal
- Check for smooth, proportional signal
- Inspect sensor wiring and connector
- Test sensor supply voltage
- Check for related brake switch codes
Repair Notes
Replace brake pedal position sensor. Verify smooth signal across full pedal travel.
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
C0100 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 C0100 mean on a 2016-2017 Nissan Leaf?
C0100 stands for "Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit". General malfunction in the brake pedal position sensor, which provides analog brake apply data to the ABS/stability module.
What are the symptoms of C0100 on a Nissan Leaf?
Common symptoms of C0100 include: ABS warning light, Stability control disabled, Regenerative braking fault on hybrids, Brake assist may not activate.
What causes C0100 on a 2016-2017 Nissan Leaf?
Common causes of C0100 include: Faulty brake pedal position sensor, Sensor wiring damage, Connector corrosion at sensor, ABS module input failure.