C0061
ABS Motor Relay Circuit
1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 🇦🇺
Moderate SeverityChassis
Description
Malfunction in the ABS hydraulic pump motor relay control circuit.
Symptoms
- ABS light on
- ABS pump motor does not run
- ABS non-functional
- Clicking noise from relay area
Common Causes
- Faulty ABS relay
- Relay control circuit open or shorted
- ABS module relay driver failure
- Corroded relay socket
Diagnostic Steps
- Test ABS relay with multimeter
- Swap relay with identical known-good relay
- Check relay socket for corrosion
- Test relay control signal from ABS module
- Check fuse and power supply
Repair Notes
Replace ABS relay. Clean relay socket contacts.
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Common Questions
What does code C0061 mean on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
C0061 stands for "ABS Motor Relay Circuit". Malfunction in the ABS hydraulic pump motor relay control circuit.
What are the symptoms of C0061 on a Volkswagen Pointer?
Common symptoms of C0061 include: ABS light on, ABS pump motor does not run, ABS non-functional, Clicking noise from relay area.
What causes C0061 on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
Common causes of C0061 include: Faulty ABS relay, Relay control circuit open or shorted, ABS module relay driver failure, Corroded relay socket.