C001000

This DTC indicates the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System / One-Box Integrated Braking System) ECU detected an electrical fault in the left front inlet valve (normally open valve) drive circuit — Atto 3

Braking System

This DTC indicates the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System / One-Box Integrated Braking System) ECU detected an electrical fault in the left front inlet valve (normally open valve) drive circuit.

The inlet valve is a key solenoid valve in the ABS/ESC hydraulic modulator.

It controls the brake fluid path from the brake master cylinder to the left front wheel brake cylinder.

A "drive fault" occurs when the ECU detects an abnormal circuit condition while supplying power to the solenoid valve coil (typical resistance 3-6Ω) through the driver chip (usually an H-bridge driver or high-side drive MOSFET).

These abnormal conditions include an open coil circuit, short to power, short to ground, driver chip over-temperature protection, or an abnormal drive circuit power supply.

This fault prevents the left front wheel from establishing normal ABS/ESC pressure regulation and triggers system degradation (ABS/ESC function limited or disabled).

The system retains only basic hydraulic braking, severely compromising vehicle active safety performance.

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Cases Logged
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Song Plus DM-i: IPB water ingress after wading caused left front inlet valve driver fault

After wading through water, the dashboard displayed 'Check ABS System'. The scan tool retrieved DTC C001000 (active fault). Inspection found the IPB mounted low; splashing during the wade compromised the IPB wiring harness connector seal and allowed water ingress. Opening the connector revealed green oxidised pins. Cleaned the connector with electronic cleaner, dried it, reapplied conductive grease, and ensured the sealing ring seated properly. Cleared the DTC and monitored for one week; the fault did not recur.
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Replaced IPB assembly due to open circuit in internal solenoid coil.

2021 Song PLUS DMi at 30,000 km, ABS warning light illuminated while driving. Diagnosis showed C001000 static fault. Removed IPB assembly, disconnected electro-hydraulic module from ECU, and measured left front inlet valve coil pin directly. Resistance read infinite (normal: 4.5Ω), indicating open circuit in valve body internal coil. As IPB is highly integrated, replaced IPB electro-hydraulic module assembly. Performed bleed procedure and ESC calibration; fault resolved.
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Contaminated brake fluid caused the valve to stick, triggering a false warning.

Vehicle set C001000 one week after an unauthorised shop replaced the brake fluid with inferior product. Inspection found the fluid cloudy and milky white (severely water-contaminated). The inferior fluid corroded and seized the inlet valve spool; the ECU detected abnormal drive current (excessive draw or response timeout) and logged the fault. Replaced the IPB electro-hydraulic module (internally contaminated), thoroughly flushed all brake lines, replaced all brake hoses and wheel cylinders, then refilled with DOT4 fluid and bled the system.
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Intermittent fault caused by software calibration error

Intermittent C001000 fault code found during new vehicle delivery PDI. No abnormal braking feel. Checked wiring harness and valve body resistance – both normal. Consulted technical bulletin: this batch of IPB software has overly strict solenoid drive diagnostic thresholds. Upgraded IPB ECU software to latest version (V2.1 or above). Fault code no longer appears after upgrade; no hardware replacement required.
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False fault caused by poor IPB ground

After accident repairs, the vehicle set DTC C001000 and multiple IPB-related fault codes. Inspection found the IPB ground bolt loose from the collision repair, causing high ground resistance (measured 2.3Ω; spec <0.1Ω). The poor ground dropped solenoid drive voltage, causing the ECU to flag a false drive-circuit fault. Sanded the ground terminal, tightened the bolt to spec (8–10Nm), and cleared the fault.
Data confidence: Community This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.