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C0050

Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor — Circuit Problem

Medium — fix within daysDrive with caution

Severity: Fix within days. Drive with caution and watch for new symptoms.

What C0050 means

The computer is getting no usable signal from the wheel speed sensor on the right rear wheel, so ABS and traction control cannot work on that wheel.

Common causes

How to fix it

Clean the sensor, check the wiring and tone ring, and replace the sensor if it gives no signal.

Can I drive with C0050?

The regular brakes still work, but ABS and traction control are off. Drive carefully, especially on wet roads.

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Questions, answered

Is it safe to drive with code C0050?

You can drive short distances carefully; watch for worsening symptoms. The regular brakes still work, but ABS and traction control are off. Drive carefully, especially on wet roads.

What causes code C0050?

The most common causes are: Failed wheel speed sensor; Damaged wiring; Metal debris on the sensor; Damaged tone ring. A scan tool and a visual check of the parts above is where a technician starts.

How do I fix code C0050?

Clean the sensor, check the wiring and tone ring, and replace the sensor if it gives no signal.

Not repair advice. This page gives general information about code C0050 only. Cars differ by make, model and year — confirm the fault with a scan tool and have the repair done by a qualified technician.

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