Multi-code OBD2 diagnosis

Enter all the codes your scanner showed, not just the first one. We give you the overall severity, whether you can keep driving, the order in which to check them and how they relate to each other.

Summary

Overall severity
Medium
Can I keep driving?
Yes, but with caution
Estimated cost
$10 to $120
Codes analyzed
1 of 1

The order below is the recommended one: first the codes that can cause the others. After each repair, clear the codes and check which ones come back.

Order of inspection

  1. C0281 Brake Switch Circuit Medium

    The C0281 code means the ABS module is not getting a consistent signal from the brake pedal switch. For example, it says the brake is pressed when it is not, or it does not say so when you press it.

    Step-by-step diagnosis for C0281