OBD-II code · Chassis

C0517 Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor A Correlation

Right-rear WSS A correlation fault. Wheel-speed signals feed ABS, ESC, traction control, transmission and odometer — a single dropped signal disables all of these safety functions until repaired.

Is it safe to drive with C0517?

The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.

Common causes

  • Most likelySensor or tone ring drifted

Symptoms

  • ABS warning light on
  • ESC/stability control deactivated
  • Possible reduced brake assist
  • Speedometer may behave erratically

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Wss Rr

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.