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2010 FORD TAURUS

3.5L V6 EcoBoostFWDAUTOMATICgasturbo
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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C0110moderate severityChassis

Brake Apply Circuit

on 2010 Ford Taurus 3.5L V6 EcoBoost · FWD

What this code means

The ABS/stability control module detects a general fault in the brake apply sensing circuit.

Symptoms

  • ABS light on
  • Cruise control not working
  • Shift lock may not release
  • Stability control disabled

Common causes

  • Brake light switch failure
  • Brake pedal position sensor fault
  • Wiring issue in brake apply circuit
  • ABS module input failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test brake light switch
  2. Test brake pedal position sensor
  3. Check brake light fuse
  4. Inspect wiring between switch and ABS module
  5. Verify both brake switch inputs

Repair notes

Replace brake light switch or repair wiring in brake apply circuit.

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