Code result

C0234

Wheel Speed Sensor Frequency Error

Moderate severity

What it means

The ABS control module has detected that one of the wheel speed sensor signals has a frequency outside the plausible range, e.g. unrealistically high pulses or signal dropouts at speed. Stability control may be limited.

Is it safe to drive?

Use caution

The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.

Most likely causes

  • Tone ring damaged, missing teeth, or contaminated

    high

    One of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.

  • Sensor air gap incorrect (loose mounting)

    medium

    A plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.

  • Wheel speed sensor degraded

    low

    Less common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.

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