OBD-II FAULT CODE
C1213

ABS Outlet Valve Coil RF Circuit Short To Ground

Reference information for C1213. Because this is manufacturer-specific, confirm the exact definition for the vehicle before using the diagnostic guidance below.

Manufacturer-specific code

This code can have different meanings depending on vehicle make, model and year. Treat the definition below as a reference and confirm it with OEM service information before diagnosis or repair.

ChassisSystem
ABS / brake systemCategory
HighSeverity
  • ABS/traction/steering/suspension warning lamp or abnormal chassis behaviour
  • ABS/traction light, ABS disabled, possible speedometer or stability-control issues
  • Dirty/damaged wheel speed sensor
  • Damaged tone ring/bearing
  • Wiring fault
  • ABS pump/module issue
  • Wire shorted to chassis/ground
  • Inspect wheel/brake/suspension area, connectors, sensor wiring and module power/ground
  • Inspect wheel speed sensor wiring and tone ring
  • Compare live wheel speed data while spinning wheels safely
  • Inspect harness for rubbing/pinch points and check resistance to ground
  • Repair sensor wiring or replace failed sensor/bearing/tone ring
  • Diagnose pump/module only after sensor circuits pass
  • Repair insulation/harness damage or replace internally shorted component
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