OBD-II code · Chassis

C05A9 ABS Pump Motor Supply Voltage Circuit A/B Correlation

Supply voltages A and B for ABS pump motor disagree.

Is it safe to drive with C05A9?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyOne supply rail with high resistance

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
Parts involved
ABS Pump Supply A, ABS Pump Supply B

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