C0063high severityChassis
ABS Pump Motor Circuit Open
on 2015 Kia Forte 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
Open circuit detected in the ABS pump motor wiring or motor winding.
Symptoms
- ABS light on
- ABS pump does not run at all
- Complete ABS failure
- Hard brake pedal during ABS demand
Common causes
- Broken wire to pump motor
- Pump motor winding open
- Blown pump motor fuse
- Corroded connector
Diagnostic steps
- Check pump motor fuse
- Test continuity of pump motor circuit
- Inspect pump motor connector
- Test motor winding resistance
Repair notes
Repair open circuit or replace ABS pump motor assembly.
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