C1000 fault code: what it means

C1000: Traction/stability control module fault. ESP, ABS and BAS lights may come on.

Chassis (brakes, steering, suspension) · Costly if missed

Usual causes, most likely first

ESP module fault
low voltage
sensor fault in the ESP system

C1000 by make

Mercedes-Benz

Traction/stability control module fault. ESP, ABS and BAS lights may come on.

Usual causes: ESP module fault; low voltage; sensor fault in the ESP system

Mitsubishi

Stoplight switch circuit abnormal (seen by ABS/ASC). Stability control may be affected; brake lights may not work.

Usual causes: stoplight switch; wiring or fuse fault

What the repair usually costs

Alternator replace (small / medium car, petrol)NZ$510–NZ$1,020 · A$480–A$1,000
Alternator replace (SUV / ute / diesel)NZ$750–NZ$1,560 · A$710–A$1,490
Alternator replace (European, smart charging)NZ$930–NZ$2,130 · A$850–A$1,990
Parking sensor replace, one sensorNZ$130–NZ$520 · A$130–A$510

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Before you clear it

Write the code down or photograph the scanner first. A code that comes straight back after clearing points to a fault that is still there. A car whose codes were cleared just before you arrived may be hiding one: the scanner's readiness monitors show "not ready" for a while after codes are cleared.

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