What is the fault code on a Mercedes SBC ABS pump?
Connected to the STAR diagnostic system, the fault code C2498 will show the fault code description “Service Threshold Reached” as a current & stored fault code. This code cannot be erased without replacing the system.
What’s the difference between hydraulic ABS and SBC?
The Brake-By-Wire Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) system is quite different to the conventional hydraulic abs braking system because it doesn’t have a brake servo at the reservoir to start with and the brake pedal is connected to the ECU by wire.
What’s the life expectancy of a SBC ABS pump?
The Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) ABS Pump has a service life (also known as a life expectancy) programmed into the control module which works off the number of brake actuations.
When does the SBC light appear on the dash?
Once this limit has been reached, the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) light may illuminate on the dash or a brake related warning may appear on the trip computer.
What is the SBC brake failure error code c249f?
SBC Brake Failure Error CODE C249F Fault 1 Operating time of Component of A7/3 is exceeded. 2 Complete failure of the SBC/Electro-Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Pump 3 In a few cases a defective brake switch could cause the same error message. You can buy one on Amazon see here, for less… More
What is the SBC brake defective stop code?
SBC Brake Failure Error CODE C249F Fault – MB Medic Brake defective Stop Vehicle! SBC Brake Failure Error CODE C249F Fault If you have a Mercedes Benz with Sensotronic Brakes also known as brake by wire you may have been greeted with the “Brakes Defective Stop Vehicle” error message in your instrument cluster.
What happens if your SBC pump is defective?
REDUCED BRAKING POWER – VISIT WORKSHOP (Replace brake light switch first.) Your SBC pump is defective and you loose all the braking or have reduced braking power. The SBC pump which creates pressure and applies that pressure to the brakes when you push the brake pedal is not working properly.
Is it possible to reset the SBC hydraulic pump?
Reset operation time / cycle of SBC Hydraulic Pump. It is possible to reset the SBC Hydraulic Pump using Star Diagnostics. Please be aware that if you do this you could loose the brakes while driving which could cause serious injuries or death. Here are the instructions. Use at your own risk.