OBD-II code · Chassis
C05FA 4WD/AWD Range Actuator Performance/Stuck
Range actuator stuck in current position.
Is it safe to drive with C05FA?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyActuator stuck mechanically
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
- 2–6 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Range Actuator
Related codes
- C05F74WD/AWD Range Actuator Control Circuit Low
- C05F84WD/AWD Range Actuator Control Circuit High
- C05F94WD/AWD Range Actuator Temperature Too High
- C05FB4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit
- C05FC4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
- C05FD4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.