DTC C0049-7B

DTC C0049-7B : Brake Fluid Level Too Low

NOTE

Initial Diagnosis:
The initial on-board diagnosis occurs right after the vehicle condition is turned to the ON mode, and the ABS, VSA, and brake system indicator (amber) come on, and continues until the indicator goes off.
Regular Diagnosis:
The regular on-board diagnosis begins right after the ABS, VSA, and brake system indicator (amber) go off, and it continues until the vehicle condition is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
Review "How to Troubleshoot the VSA System" before doing the DTC troubleshooting procedure.
Test-drive the vehicle according to local traffic conditions and regulations. Do not test-drive on a lift unless specified.
The possible causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.

Confirmation Procedure	Basic Condition: 12 volt battery voltage 9.6 - 16.5 V Operating Condition: Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, then wait 10 seconds or more.
Execution	Regular Diagnosis
Duration	About 10 seconds
DTC Type	1 drive cycle VSA indicator on
Fail Safe Action	Stop engine drag torque control function Stop TCS function Stop VSA function Stop agile handling assist function Stop hill start assist function Stop automatic brake hold control function Stop ACC function* 1 Stop CMBS function* 1 Stop parking cooperation assist function* 2 Stop hydraulic boost failure compensation function* 3
Possible Cause	Short to ground between the gauge control module and the brake fluid level switch (BRAKE LEVEL SW line) Low brake fluid level Brake fluid level switch failure Gauge control module failure VSA modulator-control unit internal failure

*1: With ACC

*2: 9-speed A/T

*3: 2021-23