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C000204

This DTC indicates an electrical fault (typically an open circuit or abnormal resistance) in Circuit Control Valve 2 inside the ESP (Electronic Stability Program) hydraulic modulator — Atto 3

Braking System

This DTC indicates an electrical fault (typically an open circuit or abnormal resistance) in Circuit Control Valve 2 inside the ESP (Electronic Stability Program) hydraulic modulator.

During active ESP braking intervention, this solenoid valve precisely controls the build-up and release of hydraulic pressure in a specific brake circuit (typically the rear wheel brake circuit).

When this fault triggers, the ESP system enters degraded mode and disables electronic stability control, traction control (TCS), and automatic emergency braking (AEB).

The vehicle typically retains conventional hydraulic braking.

This is a hardwired circuit fault, not a software false positive.

Focus inspection on the solenoid valve coil integrity and the ECU driver circuit.

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Cases Logged
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Causes
Likely Causes — Atto 3
  • 1Open circuit or excessive resistance in the internal solenoid valve coil of the ESP hydraulic modulator assembly (normal range is usually 12-25Ω; refer to the specific vehicle repair manual).
  • 2Hydraulic modulator wiring harness connector pins (usually located on the top or side of the modulator) oxidized, loose, or corroded by water ingress, causing an open circuit.
  • 3Damaged internal valve body drive circuit in the ABS/ESP ECU (e.g., MOSFET power transistor breakdown or open circuit) fails to supply operating current to the valve.
  • 4Power supply circuit fault, including a blown dedicated ABS system fuse (usually 30A-40A) or poor contact in the power wiring harness.
  • 5Poor or broken solder joints on the internal flexible printed circuit (FPC) or coil pins of the hydraulic modulator.
What To Do
  • 1
    Use the BYD VDS2000/VDS3000 diagnostic tool to read the complete fault code stream and freeze frame data. Confirm operating conditions such as vehicle speed and voltage when the fault occurred to rule out intermittent faults.
  • 2
    Disconnect the battery negative terminal, remove the ESP hydraulic modulator assembly (located at the left front or right front of the engine compartment, with brake lines), and inspect the exterior for impact damage, leaks, or burn marks.
  • 3
    Measure the resistance at the corresponding pins of the hydraulic modulator wiring harness connector (refer to circuit diagram E5; usually the valve body drive pins). Compare the reading to the standard value (approximately 12-25 Ω). Infinite resistance confirms an open circuit in the valve body coil.
  • 4
    Check wiring harness continuity: Measure continuity of the wiring harness from the ECU to the valve body. Check for open circuits, shorts to ground, or shorts to power. Focus on the firewall grommet and harness bends at the connectors.
  • 5
    Perform valve body active test: Reconnect the diagnostic tool. With the ignition switch in the ON position, perform the 'Circuit Control Valve 2' active test. Listen for a distinct clicking engagement sound and use an oscilloscope to observe the drive current waveform (normal waveform is a sawtooth wave with a peak of approximately 1.5-2A).
  • 6
    If circuit measurements are normal but the valve body does not operate, replace the ESP hydraulic modulator assembly with ECU (refer to the E5 brake system BOM for the part number). After replacement, perform the brake system bleeding and sensor calibration procedure.
  • 7
    Clear the fault codes and perform a road test (including straight-line acceleration, emergency braking, and cornering) to confirm the ESP function operates normally and the system generates no new fault codes.
Real-World Cases
BYD DTC AI Analysis

High-frequency use caused the valve body coil to age and develop an open circuit in the E5 taxi.

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Vehicle: 2018 BYD E5, 280,000 km. Symptoms: ABS and ESP warning lights on constantly. Retrieved fault code C000204. Diagnosis: Measured resistance between hydraulic modulator harness connector pins B05-12 and B05-13 (circuit control valve 2 drive terminals): open circuit (specification 15Ω). Confirmed coil break inside valve body. Disassembled hydraulic modulator; internal solenoid coil magnet wire burned out from overheating due to prolonged high-frequency operation. Solution: Replaced ESP hydraulic modulator assembly with integrated ECU (part number: C000204-compatible model). Bled brakes and calibrated yaw rate sensor after replacement. Fault resolved.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Driving through water corroded the wiring harness connector, causing intermittent faults.

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Model: 2019 BYD E5. Symptoms: ESP warning light illuminates intermittently after driving in rain; clears after restarting. DTC C000204 stored as a history code. Diagnosis: Valve body resistance normal in dry conditions. Simulated water spray test showed fluctuating resistance between pins 9 and 10 of connector B05 (0.5–50Ω). Disassembled connector and found degraded seal and green copper oxide on pin surfaces. Repair: Cleaned harness connector pins, applied electronic-grade protective silicone grease, replaced seal, and re-secured waterproof cover. Follow-up: Monitored for one month; no recurrence.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

ECU internal driver circuit damage prevented the valve from energizing.

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Vehicle: 2018 BYD E5. Issue: C000204 DTC set after brake fluid replacement. Diagnosis: External harness continuity normal; valve body resistance 14.5Ω (normal); power supply 12.5V (normal). During active testing, oscilloscope showed no drive voltage waveform at the ECU output. ABS ECU internal valve body driver chip damaged—likely from backflow impact during improper brake bleeding. Fix: ECU and hydraulic modulator are integrated. Replaced ESP hydraulic modulator assembly. Fault cleared. Note: Follow brake fluid replacement specifications strictly. Avoid rapidly pumping the brake pedal to prevent hydraulic shock.
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Data confidence: Official This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.