C053C76

DTC C053C76 indicates the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System) detects a wheel speed sensor output signal exceeding the system's defined logical range — Seal 6 EV

Braking System

DTC C053C76 indicates the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System) detects a wheel speed sensor output signal exceeding the system's defined logical range.

This fault is a signal anomaly that may manifest as: 1) Signal frequency/amplitude exceeding physical limits (e.g., vehicle speed above 300 km/h or below 0 with signs of movement); 2) Abnormal signal transition rate (e.g., instantaneous drop from 100 km/h to 0); 3) Signal distortion caused by sensor output noise interference.

This fault limits or disables safety functions including ABS, ESC, and automatic emergency braking.

The IPB system enters degraded protection mode and illuminates multiple warning lights on the instrument cluster.

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Cases Logged
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Song Plus DM-i left rear wheel speed sensor fitted backwards causing C053C76

The vehicle entered the workshop with the dash displaying 'Check Brake System'. Scanned the system and retrieved DTC C053C76 (left rear wheel speed out of range). Found the left rear wheel speed sensor installed with incorrect orientation; the chamfer on the sensor head faced opposite to wheel rotation, inverting the sine wave signal phase so the IPB system could not recognise it. Reinstalled the sensor in the correct orientation (chamfer facing the direction of tyre forward rotation), clearing the fault. This fault commonly occurs after sensor replacement at repair shops; pay attention to the installation direction markings.
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Metal debris on magnetic encoder causes intermittent out-of-range signal

Owner reported the ESC warning light occasionally comes on. Scan tool read historical fault code C053C76 (right front wheel). Checked the right front wheel speed sensor and wiring harness; both normal. Removed the brake disc and found the magnetic encoder surface covered in iron filings from brake pad wear, causing abnormal magnetic flux variations. The output signal showed spike pulses that read as out-of-range. Cleaned the filings from the magnetic encoder surface and sensor head, wiped with alcohol, reassembled and road tested. The fault did not recur.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Chassis wiring harness wear caused wheel speed signal short circuit

Dashboard warning triggered on rough roads. Scanned DTCs C053C76 (right rear wheel) and C053D00. Inspected the right rear wheel speed sensor harness and found the insulation worn through at the suspension arm mounting bracket, with internal wires contacting body metal and causing an intermittent short. When the chassis flexed, the short pulled the signal voltage low; the system flagged wheel speed as out of range (too low). Repaired the harness by re-wrapping, adjusting the routing, and adding a protective sleeve. Fault resolved.
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Wheel Bearing Magnetic Encoder Damage and Replacement Case

After accident repairs (left rear wheel hub bearing replacement), a C053C76 fault appeared. Inspection found the replacement aftermarket wheel hub bearing had a defective integrated magnetic encoder. The encoder had uneven magnetic pole distribution, causing excessive output signal amplitude fluctuation during rotation; peaks exceeded the IPB system threshold. After installing a genuine wheel hub bearing, oscilloscope comparison showed the genuine unit produced a smooth, regular waveform. The fault code cleared and has not returned.
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IPB False Alarm Fixed with Software Update

Multiple Song PLUS DM-i units reported C053C76 faults during low-speed (10-20km/h) cornering. Wheel speed sensors, wiring harnesses, and bearings checked normal; signal waveforms verified standard. Diagnosis: IPB controller software below V1.2 contains a flawed algorithm for processing low-speed differential signals, misinterpreting normal wheel speed variance as out-of-range. Software upgrade to V1.5 eliminated 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.