C0146high severityChassis
Brake Assist Solenoid Circuit
on 2004 Cadillac SRX 3.6L V6 · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the brake assist solenoid that provides additional brake pressure during emergency stops.
Symptoms
- Brake assist inactive
- Warning light for brake assist
- Longer stopping distance in emergencies
Common causes
- Faulty brake assist solenoid
- Solenoid wiring open or shorted
- Module driver failure
- Solenoid mechanically stuck
Diagnostic steps
- Test solenoid resistance
- Check wiring to solenoid
- Command solenoid with scan tool
- Inspect for mechanical binding
- Test module output signal
Repair notes
Replace brake assist solenoid or repair wiring.
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