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2014 SUBARU BRZ

2.0L H4AWDMANUALgas
Repairs0Labor595Torque5878Fluid10DTC903Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
C0056high severityChassis

ABS Front Outlet Valve Solenoid Circuit

on 2014 Subaru BRZ 2.0L H4 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the front ABS outlet valve solenoid, which releases brake pressure during ABS activation.

Symptoms

  • ABS light on
  • Front brakes lock during ABS event
  • Brake pedal hard during ABS activation
  • Poor ABS performance

Common causes

  • Outlet valve solenoid stuck
  • ABS modulator internal failure
  • Electrical fault in solenoid driver
  • Contaminated brake fluid causing valve sticking

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid resistance at module connector
  2. Command valve with scan tool
  3. Check brake fluid condition
  4. Inspect module connector
  5. Check for related pump motor codes

Repair notes

Replace ABS hydraulic modulator if solenoid is faulty. Flush brake fluid.

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