C0073moderate severityChassis
Lateral Acceleration Sensor Circuit
on 2016 Audi R8 5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp) · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the lateral acceleration sensor, which measures side-to-side G-forces on the vehicle.
Symptoms
- Stability control light on
- ESC disabled
- Rollover protection may be disabled
- Traction control affected
Common causes
- Faulty lateral acceleration sensor
- Sensor connector corroded
- Wiring damage
- Sensor mounting issue
Diagnostic steps
- Read lateral G sensor with scan tool (should be near zero on level ground)
- Inspect sensor connector and wiring
- Check sensor mounting bracket
- Perform sensor calibration
- Compare to yaw rate sensor data for plausibility
Repair notes
Calibrate lateral acceleration sensor. Replace if output is erratic.
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