Chassis
generic / SAE
C05F8
4WD/AWD Range Actuator Control Circuit High
Range actuator control voltage above expected range. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
SystemChassis
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupC0
Range / number5 / F8
Possible causes
- Wiring shorted to battery high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Supply wire pinched against B+ source low
Symptoms
- ABS warning light on
- ESC/stability control deactivated
- Possible reduced brake assist
- Speedometer may behave erratically
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 100–1000 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: range actuator
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012