OBD-II code · Chassis

C05BF Brake Booster Motor B Position Sensor Supply Circuit Range/Performance

Brake Booster Motor B Position Sensor Supply Circuit Range/Performance: the signal is implausible or outside the valid range. The electric brake booster generates the braking assist; a motor or sensor fault can reduce or disable power-assisted braking. Safety-relevant.

Is it safe to drive with C05BF?

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

Common causes

  • Most likelyConnector with high resistance
  • Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
  • Less likelySensor mounting loose - signal damping

Symptoms

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

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1–5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Booster Motor B Pos Sensor Supply

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