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C3498: C3498: Traction Control System Malfunction
on 2021 Honda PASSPORT
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📖 What Does C3498 Mean on 2021 Honda PASSPORT?
Symptoms
- • Loss of traction control
- • slipping or spinning wheels
- • reduced acceleration
- • and possible illumination of the traction control warning light.
Common Causes
- • Faulty wheel speed sensor
- • faulty traction control module
- • loose or damaged wheel bearings
- • or a problem with the vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS).
How to Fix C3498 on 2021 Honda PASSPORT
1. Check and clean the wheel speed sensors for debris or corrosion. 2. Inspect and replace the wheel bearings if necessary. 3. Update the traction control module's software if a software update is available. 4. Replace the traction control module if it is faulty.
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with C3498
C3496: Steering Column Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
C3497: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction
Chassis System Code C3499 - Wheel Speed Sensors
Chassis System Code C3500 - ABS System
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system