What does code C0852 mean?

Q: What does code C0852 mean?

Active Damping Control Rear Left. C0852 indicates that the active damping control module has detected a fault in the rear left damper circuit, which typically involves the solenoid valve, wiring, or the module's ability to control that specific corner. The computer monitors the electrical current and response of the rear left actuator and sets this code when the signal is out of range or the circuit is open or shorted.

DTC codes / C08xx · Brakes, steering and suspension / C0852

C0852Active Damping Control Rear Left

C0852 indicates that the active damping control module has detected a fault in the rear left damper circuit, which typically involves the solenoid valve, wiring, or the module's ability to control that specific corner. The computer monitors the electrical current and response of the rear left actuator and sets this code when the signal is out of range or the circuit is open or shorted.

SystemChassis

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaBrakes, steering and suspension

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.

Reading C0852

CChassis: brakes, steering and suspension.

0Generic (SAE) code: it means the same thing on every OBD-II vehicle.

8Brakes, steering and suspension.

52The exact fault within that area.

Often seen with

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Readiness Monitors and the OBD-II Drive Cycle

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