OBD-II code · Chassis
C05FB 4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit
Generic fault on range actuator position sensor.
Is it safe to drive with C05FB?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyPosition sensor failed
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
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Range Pos Sensor
Related codes
- C05F84WD/AWD Range Actuator Control Circuit High
- C05F94WD/AWD Range Actuator Temperature Too High
- C05FA4WD/AWD Range Actuator Performance/Stuck
- C05FC4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
- C05FD4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Low
- C05FE4WD/AWD Range Actuator Position Sensor Circuit High
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.