OBD Guide

C1212

ABS Front Right Dump Valve Circuit Short To Battery

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

Symptoms

  • The ABS light on the dashboard is on
  • Disabling ABS and ESP
  • Uneven braking when ABS is activated
  • Possible problems with the stabilization system

Causes

  • Damage to ABS wiring harness
  • Short circuit in ABS solenoid
  • Damage to wire insulation
  • Problems with the ABS module
  • Contact corrosion

How to Fix

  1. Visual inspection of the wiring harness and contacts at the right front wheel
  2. Checking Valve Circuit Resistance
  3. Diagnosis of ABS solenoid resistance
  4. Checking the integrity of wire insulation
  5. If necessary, replace the solenoid or repair the harness
  6. Resetting the error and checking the system operation

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