DTC C1415: Rear Speed Sensor RH Output Malfunction; DTC C1416: Rear Speed Sensor LH Output Malfunction: Description

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The speed sensor detects the wheel speed and sends the appropriate signals to the skid control ECU. These signals are used for the ABS control system. This speed sensor contains a sensor IC, which consists of 2 MREs (Magnetic Resistance Elements). The speed sensor rotor, which consists of 48 sets of N and S poles arranged in a circle, is integrated with the inner race of the hub bearing.

To detect the rotation direction, the output waves are used to determine the relationship of the pulses that are generated by the 2 MREs. Upon receiving this signal, the sensor IC outputs a forward or backward waveform to the ECU.

Fig 1: Speed Sensor Circuit Diagram & Signal Pulse Graph

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DTC Code	DTC Detection Condition	Trouble Area
C1415 C1416	Any of the following is detected: An open in the sensor signal circuit of a malfunctioning area occurs 255 times or more. At a vehicle speed 20 km/h (12 mph) or more, noise occurs in the sensor signals of a malfunctioning wheel 75 times or more within 5 seconds. At a vehicle speed 10 km/h (6 mph) or more, noise occurs once per rotor rotation for 15 seconds or more.	Rear speed sensor RH/LH Speed sensor circuit Speed sensor rotor Brake actuator assembly (Skid control ECU)

HINT:

DTC C1415 is for the rear speed sensor RH.
DTC C1416 is for the rear speed sensor LH.