Chassis, generic

C0073 Delivered Driving Torque

Check engine lightUsually off
EmissionsNot relevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modePossible

Covers the delivered-driving-torque signal that the engine or powertrain controller reports to the ABS/ESC module during traction and stability control. To limit wheel spin the stability controller asks the powertrain to reduce torque; it then needs confirmation of how much torque was actually delivered to close the loop. This code is set when the delivered-torque value is missing, out of range or does not match the request, for example because of a communication fault or a powertrain controller problem. Traction-control patents describe the request/deliver handshake between the stability and engine controllers for torque reduction. A fault limits traction and stability control and sets the ABS/ESC warning lamp while base braking remains. The entry follows the SAE J2012 generic definition.

Likely causes

Lost or implausible torque message
Powertrain controller fault
Mismatched controller calibration

Symptoms

  • Traction and stability control limited
  • ABS/ESC warning lamp on
  • Appears with powertrain DTCs

Repair estimate

DifficultyMediumWorkshop job
Parts and labour€80–900
Time0.5–3 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

ecmtcs module

Related codes

C0074C0076C006B

References: patents.google.com, en.wikipedia.org.