ABS Relay

What is a ABS Relay?

The ABS relay manages the power supply to the ABS system. Relays generally handle the switching of circuits in different systems in the car.

Relays allow high power circuits to be switched safely. Certain parts of a car require lots of current to power them (eg the ABS system) the relay is capable of switching this via a lower power circuit.

Relays will degrade over time and can cause problems as the systems they control appear to fail. They're usually very easy to replace.

What problems can be caused by a faulty ABS Relay?

Car doesn't stop as well as it did

Car skids and brakes lock up when braking hard

ABS warning light shows on dashboard

3 problems that mention the ABS Relay

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Radio miswire causing total car lockdown/deadbolted

A radio was installed which has caused an electrical issue.The car cant be accessed by fob or key, i've tried getting in through the bonnet and the boot but no joy.Im going to break in through a windo...

2007 Peugeot 1007 1.4
Posted: Feb 16, 2022

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No communication with abs/esp unit

Since last posting multiple garages have tried to solve the problem, end result is abs/esp unit cannot communicate. All this from having my clutch changed. What can I do to fix this?

2007 Peugeot 207 Gti
Posted: Jan 7, 2021

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Flat Battery After New Pads And Discs Fitted

After replacing the front discs and pads, a few days later the battery was completely discharged. After recharging and reconnecting the battery I noticed that a motor was running. I traced this to the...

2007 Ford S-Max 1.8 TDCi
Posted: Aug 8, 2011

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