Is C1035 Right Rear Wheel Speed Hardware Failure Normal?
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C1035 right rear wheel speed hardware failure is not normal and requires timely inspection and repair. There are many possible causes for the C1035 right rear wheel speed hardware failure, which need to be carefully identified. Below is a detailed introduction about automotive repair: Overview: Automotive repair is a general term for vehicle maintenance and repair. It involves using technical means to diagnose faulty vehicles, identify the causes of failures, and take certain measures to eliminate the faults and restore the vehicle to certain performance and safety standards. Others: Vehicle repair includes major repairs and minor repairs. Major repair refers to restorative repairs that use methods of repairing or replacing any vehicle components (including fundamental parts) to restore the vehicle's perfect technical condition and completely (or nearly completely) recover its service life. Minor repair refers to operational repairs that use methods of replacing or repairing individual parts to ensure or restore the vehicle's operational capability.
C1035 is a fault code for the ABS system, specifically indicating a hardware failure of the right rear wheel speed sensor. This is absolutely abnormal and should never be ignored. A faulty sensor hardware means it cannot detect the wheel speed at all, which will cause the ABS to malfunction, especially increasing the risk of skidding during emergency braking or on slippery roads. I've seen many cases where the cause could be the sensor being clogged with dirt, aging and broken wiring, or a malfunction in the module itself. If the car reports this fault, the ABS warning light will come on, and the dashboard may also display abnormalities. The best solution is to drive to a professional repair shop immediately. They can use a diagnostic tool to identify the specific issue, and replacing the sensor usually resolves it. The sensor is located near the wheel and is often contaminated by water and mud, so regular cleaning can prevent such issues. If left unrepaired, not only is high-speed driving unsafe, but it can also affect other electronic systems, such as traction control.
As an average car owner, I've encountered similar issues before, and it's definitely not normal. Whenever that C1035 code pops up, my ABS warning light comes on, and I can clearly feel unstable braking, especially on rainy days. A faulty wheel speed sensor means the car can't detect the rear wheel speed, preventing the ABS from engaging in time and increasing the risk of accidents. Possible causes include water ingress causing short circuits, loose or corroded wiring connections, or simply the sensor itself aging and failing. I drive extra cautiously now, avoiding traffic jams or long highway trips, as I'm genuinely worried about losing control midway. I strongly recommend taking it to a reputable repair shop immediately—they can test the circuits or replace the part, usually for just a few hundred bucks. For daily parking, avoid submerging the wheels to prevent water from entering the sensor, which helps reduce such faults. Ignoring this can compromise driving safety and might even blow a fuse, making things worse.
