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02596 Rear Brake Pads Worn

1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

OEM
Brand pages:VAG

VAG

1 interpretation
02596
Rear Brake Pads Worn VAG · unknown Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Rear Brake Pads Worn circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal; Lower Limit Exceeded. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Parking Brake Warning Light active/flashing

Possible causes

  • Rear Brake Pads worn
  • Brake Pad Thickness not adapted after Brake Pad Replacement
Applies to Volkswagen

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Frequently asked questions about 02596

What does 02596 mean?

Rear Brake Pads Worn. The control module detected a fault associated with the Rear Brake Pads Worn circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal; Lower Limit Exceeded. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Is 02596 generic or manufacturer-specific?

02596 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove 02596 at file level?

Not guaranteed. 02596 is a manufacturer-specific code in an OEM format, so removability depends on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether 02596 is removable in your case.

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