DTC 71-83: Right-Rear Wheel Abnormal Slip Malfunction

2015 Acura RLXSECTION DTC 71-83: Right-Rear Wheel Abnormal Slip Malfunction
Confirmation Procedure Basic Condition:
  • No other DTCs detected

Operating Condition:

  • 1. Start the engine.
  • 2. Test-drive the vehicle at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more while driving in a circle for at least 72 seconds.

    (Be careful of the surrounding traffic conditions.)

Execution Regular Diagnosis
Duration About 72 seconds
DTC Type
  • 1 drive cycle
  • ABS indicator on
  • VSA indicator on
  • Brake system indicator (amber) on
  • Brake system indicator (red) on (If multiple wheel failures are detected)
Fail Safe Action
  • Stop ABS function
  • Stop VSA function
  • Stop EBD function (Dependent upon the conditions)
  • Stop TCS function
  • Stop hill start assist function
  • Stop brake assist function
  • Stop hydraulic brake booster function
  • Stop agile handling assist function
  • Stop ACC function
  • Stop CMBS function
Possible Cause
  • Low air pressure in right-rear tire
  • Debris on the right-rear hub bearing (magnetic encoder) surface
  • Different diameter right-rear tire
  • Right-rear wheel speed sensor failure
  • VSA modulator-control unit internal failure
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.