OBD Guide

C0121

Valve Relay Circuit

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The ABS/ESP indicator on the dashboard is on
  • Disabling the ABS or ESP system
  • Unstable operation of the brake system

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in relay wiring harness
  • Faulty valve relay
  • Problems with the ABS control unit
  • Corrosion or poor contact in connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the wiring harness for opens and shorts
  2. Check resistance and operation of valve relay
  3. Inspect connectors and contacts for corrosion
  4. Scan the ABS control unit for additional errors
  5. Replace relay or wiring harness if necessary

Related codes

Error C0121 by Vehicle Brand