C0040moderate severityChassis
Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
on 2010 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8 · 4WD
What this code means
Malfunction in the right front ABS wheel speed sensor.
Symptoms
- ABS light on
- Traction control light on
- ABS inactive
Common causes
- Faulty sensor
- Tone ring damage
- Wiring issue
- Wheel bearing failure
Diagnostic steps
- Test sensor
- Inspect tone ring
- Check wiring
- Check bearing
Repair notes
Replace sensor. Check bearing and tone ring.
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