C050300

DTC C050300 indicates a short to battery positive (B+) in the left front wheel speed sensor (WSS) power supply circuit — Seal 6 EV

Braking System

DTC C050300 indicates a short to battery positive (B+) in the left front wheel speed sensor (WSS) power supply circuit.

Normally, the IPB (Integrated Power Brake) supplies 5V or 12V to the wheel speed sensor (depending on sensor type).

A "short to battery" condition means the power supply line shorts to a vehicle constant power circuit, or the internal sensor power terminal breaks down to the signal or ground terminal.

This causes the control unit to detect an abnormally high voltage (approximately 12V battery voltage).

This prevents the IPB from correctly reading the left front wheel speed signal, triggers the safety protection mechanisms of systems such as ABS, ESP, and Automatic Emergency Braking, and disables the related functions.

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Cases Logged
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Left front wheel speed sensor harness worn through, short to power

Vehicle: Song PLUS DMi 2022 model, 12,000 km. Symptoms: ABS and ESP warning lights constantly on; DTC C050300. Diagnosis: Lifted the vehicle and found the left front wheel speed sensor harness chafed through at the steering knuckle mounting point. The damage exposed internal copper wires that were touching the headlight power supply wire, causing a 12V short. Measured 12.5V at the sensor supply (abnormal). Fix: Soldered the damaged harness and insulated it with double-layer heat shrink tubing. Re-routed and secured the harness to prevent interference with steering components. Replaced the left front wheel speed sensor (possibly damaged by the short). Fault cleared.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Water in the sensor connector caused a power supply short circuit.

Vehicle: BYD Han EV. C050300 DTC set after driving through water. Found clear water staining and corrosion inside the left front wheel speed sensor connector. The power supply terminal had shorted to an adjacent constant-power terminal (possibly for the steering assist light). Cleaned and dried the connector, applied conductive grease, measured normal insulation, and cleared the fault. Recommend checking front wheel arch sealing.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Aftermarket headlight modification damaged the wheel speed sensor wiring

Vehicle: BYD Qin PLUS DMi. During a DIY LED headlight install, the owner secured the wiring with a clip that pierced the left front wheel speed sensor harness, shorting the sensor power feed to the headlight supply. The ABS warning light lit intermittently while driving. The scanner read C050300. Supply voltage changed with the headlight switch position. Repaired the harness and rerouted the wiring to resolve 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.