C0050 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C0050 – Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor

 

C0050 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C0050 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor,Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor harness is open or shorted,Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

 

C0050 Description

 

The Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) receives ignition voltage from the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and provides a DC square wave signal back to the module. As the wheel spins, the EBCM uses the frequency of the square wave signal to calculate the wheel speed.