ABS Motor Relay Circuit
2007-2007 Dodge Dakota 4.7L V8
The 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a 4.7L V8 engine. Below you'll find detailed c0061 diagnostic code information including labor time estimates, cost ranges, and technician notes specific to this engine configuration.
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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C0061 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code C0061 mean on a 2007-2007 Dodge Dakota?
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 Dodge Dakota?
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 2007-2007 Dodge Dakota?
Common causes of C0061 include: Faulty ABS relay, Relay control circuit open or shorted, ABS module relay driver failure, Corroded relay socket.
Last updated: March 2026