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sophieblade61
FJCruiser Parking Brake Issue
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sophieblade61 (Author)
Good shout on the wiring, hadn't dug that deep yet. The error code is C1345 - Motor Circuit Open. I'm assuming this is pointing me back to the electric motor inside the caliper.
aaron_wolf83
C1345 pretty much confirms it. An open circuit on the motor points directly at a faulty motor, or possibly, but less likely, a break in the internal wiring within the caliper. Given the mileage, the motor is the prime suspect. I'd recommend getting it checked at a reputable workshop, replacing brake parts without proper validation can cause vehicle safety issues.
sophieblade61 (Author)
Thanks for the confirmation. I was hoping it was something simpler, but I suspected the motor was toast. Booked it in at the shop; 505€ quoted for the repair. Appreciate the input!
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aaron_wolf83
Sounds familiar. Have you checked the wiring harness and connections to the caliper? Corrosion or a loose connection can sometimes mimic a motor failure. Also, what's the exact error code you're pulling? That could narrow things down significantly.