C0023
- Chassis
- Generic (SAE)
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ABS Pump Motor Circuit High
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Voltage on the pump motor control line is above the expected range, typically caused by a short to battery voltage or a stuck relay.
A trouble code records what a control module measured. It does not identify which part failed. Test before replacing anything.
- Safe to drive
- Driving may cause further damage or leave you stranded. Arrange service promptly rather than waiting.
- Urgency
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- Will it pass emissions
- Not affected
- Check engine light
- Varies
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Many vehicles show no symptom at all beyond the warning light. The absence of a symptom does not mean the fault is not real.
| # | Cause | How often | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wiring shorted to battery voltage | Very common | — |
| 2 | Relay contacts welded closed | Common | — |
| 3 | Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance | Occasional | — |
Ordering reflects how often each cause is responsible in general, not a probability for your vehicle. Confirm by testing.
- ABS Pump Motor
- Pump Motor Relay
- Control Wiring
- Definition
- Generic code set (SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6) via the OBDexopen database, dedicated to the public domain under CC0-1.0.
- Diagnostic guidance
- Written and reviewed in-house. See our editorial policy.
- Review status
- Awaiting review
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