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2014 JEEP CHEROKEE
2.4L I4•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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C0120high severityChassis

Electronic Parking Brake Motor Circuit

on 2014 Jeep Cherokee 2.4L I4 · 4WD

What this code means

Malfunction in the electronic parking brake actuator motor circuit.

Symptoms

  • Parking brake warning light
  • EPB will not apply or release
  • Audible grinding from rear brakes
  • Hill-hold assist inoperative

Common causes

  • EPB motor failure
  • Wiring to EPB motor damaged
  • EPB module failure
  • Motor connector corroded

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test EPB motor by commanding apply/release with scan tool
  2. Check motor connector for corrosion
  3. Test motor winding resistance
  4. Inspect wiring harness
  5. Check EPB module outputs

Repair notes

Replace EPB motor/caliper assembly. EPB systems typically require scan tool for service mode before pad replacement.

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