OBD Guide

C0691

Damper Control Relay Circuit Range

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

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • The suspension only works in one mode (usually comfort)
  • Error message in the suspension system
  • Deterioration in handling in certain modes

Causes

  • Faulty shock absorber control relay
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Corrosion of relay contacts or connectors
  • Problems with the suspension control unit
  • Low voltage in the on-board network

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the shock absorber control relay (visual inspection, multimeter test)
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the relay and control unit
  3. Clean relay contacts and connectors
  4. Check the voltage at the relay terminals
  5. If necessary, replace the relay
  6. Test the suspension system after repair

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