Code Definition

C0196 — Yaw Rate Sensor Circuit

System: Chassis  |  Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard)  |  Make: Holden

About C0196

C0196 is a generic (obd-ii standard) chassis diagnostic trouble code recorded for Holden vehicles. It belongs to the C-prefix family of codes, which covers chassis, braking, steering, suspension, or stability-control faults.

When C0196 is stored, the module has detected a sensor-related fault — the reported value from the named sensor is out of spec.

Scanning & clearing: Chassis (C) codes are stored in the ABS, traction control, or stability-control modules. An enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is usually required to read and clear them.

Because C0196 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.

Code Information

The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) monitors the yaw rate sensor signal to determine the vehicle rotational movement around its vertical axis for electronic stability control operation. The yaw rate sensor, commonly housed with the lateral acceleration sensor, reports how quickly the vehicle is rotating so the module can compare intended path against actual path and intervene. DTC C0196 is set when the module detects an implausible yaw rate signal, a loss of signal, or a circuit fault such as an open circuit, short to ground, or short to battery for a calibrated period. When this code i...

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