Thanks Gerard for a clearly explained and filmed sequence. I can't do the diagnostics and repairs myself but will now be able to talk intelligently with the garage and probably prevent being taken on an expensive wild goose chase.
I just had this fault with my 2017 VW Tiguan. I pulled all four speed sensors. Measure the resistance on each sensor. Three had the same value and one had half the value. Replaced the right rear sensor that showed the low value with a OEM sensor from VW for $160.00. The was cleared. Hope this helps you.
Thanks for this, it helped me confidentiality explain to my garage that I thought it was an issue with the wheel speed sensor, I didn’t realise the ABS sensor reads wheel speed, makes sense now I think about it, he thought it was the wheel bearings, I suggested they swap the sensors over, which is possible on my VW SV, they did and fault registered on changed position. New sensor fitted all faults cleared. Really helpful video thanks for taking the time
ABS signs pop up on my dashboard, the garage is suggesting it maybe the ABS pump without doing much checks. I will suggest checking the sensors. Hope to come back with feedback. Thanks
@@awurajjtry getting the car scanned for errors and reset fault codes. Test each wheel with an auto scanner to test each wheel indivually to trace faulty sensor.
Described in a way that's easy to understand for the home mechanic as usual. Well done sir, very informative. Also, done without the obligatory TH-cam 10 minutes of b/s before getting to the point.
This has just happened to my 2012 VW Passat. Was very worried about it but having seen this i am hoping that it will not cost me the earth to get it fixed. Thanks very much - i owe you a beer!
I’m so happy that my ESC stopped working I can actually drive my Jetta in the winter now without worrying about getting stuck if there’s a 1” of snow on a flat road.
Took the Passat into my local garage. They ran the diagnostics and...rear right WSS was defective. Replaced it and all was good. On my test drive I also noticed that acceleration was improved significantly.
I replaced the sensors but I dont have the computer to reset the codes, and the dealership will charge me a leg and arm to do it but I love the video very self explanatory thanks for you time and knowledge
Just wanted to say thanks for an excellent video. Although I’m unable to diagnose and fix the issue myself, I can now go to a VW specialist and say exactly what needs checking/replacing. I’ve had my 2012 VW Touran 1.6 SE for a month, done 3000 miles, and had this error on 90% of my journeys. The supplying dealer ‘fixed’ it within a few days of purchase, but obviously they just cleared the fault codes! Thanks 👍
Good video. With modern cars it can be the sensor or something else triggering the sensor so technology can be a nightmare. In my old BMW e30 none of this carry on--if there is a problem with the brakes, they start to squeal until repaired.
My 2013 CC has a bad right speed sensor and all those errors came up but also had had a malfunction light for the afs head lights I watched your video to see if mine wasn’t the only one doing this
Hi All, I had this fault the morning I was going on a short holiday. The fault code suggested the rear left abs sensor was faulty. I managed to buy the sensor and thought I could get it fitted when on holiday. Not so. I drove the car for about 350 miles with this fault. Eventually, back home fortunately, the car gave transmission problems(DSG). The car remained in 1st gear, occasionally it would change up using the paddles but it was undriveable. I changed the sensor myself, cleared the codes, and all is now well! So a duff abs sensor can screw up your transmission! regards, Brian.
I've had the same faults a week ago, the problem with my car was the right rear bearing of the wheel, especially the little ABS magnetic crown.It has multiple little ridges, which send a signal to the ABS sensor, but there was a piece of the crown missing, so i had to replace the whole bearing cuz they are welded together.It was not an expensive fix, only 100 euros/ little over 100 dollars.
My VW golf MK5 2007, same happened. Steering wheel sign, abs sign and traction control sign all came together and disappeared after 30 seconds. Same as yours. I was on the motorway and my heart nearly stopped.
Thanks very much for posting this dude! I have a 2013 Audi A4 3.0tdi Quattro with very similar warnings plus a "headlight range control" warning, all of which came on together at exactly the same time. I know where to start looking now thanks to you!
Hi, what kind of issue did your R32 have? My MKV R32 just came with a power steering problem, yellow light trun to red. Besides the DSG PRNDS flashed and the airbag light was also on the dash.
Sir I salute you I had these warnings lights on my tiguan '12 dash I had an accident that ruined my right rear axle had to change the whole axle but dash warnings were lit like a Christmas tree in extra my parking sensors and park assist weren't working also. But after seeing your video I had my finger crossed that this sensor issue will fix every thing and thankfully it did. Just had to remove the one of battery terminals and unplug the sensor like you did then reset. And there it is all lights dissappeared and all the ops sensors are working fine
Absolutely Amazing Video Gerard. Well done. After £466 fitting a wheel new bearing (&new brake pads) to my Rear off side (as in video) I still had this problem...Hopefully you have diagnosed my problem....I can complain to my garage now and show them how to fix it..Many Thanks
Thank you very much. My 2012 Passat 1.6tdi have exactly that problem. I was so afraid when all these warning lights came on, and then it proved to be just a sensor on one wheel, a 10€ part and 15 minutes of work... Pheew...
Any ideas on our situation? VW Touran 2012. In cold temp the car won't start at all and then is throwing up the ESC fault (no others). Mechanic checked yesterday and it had a throttle pedal fault? After that was cleared it ran fine until the next morning (cold overnight again) and still no start and ESC fault. Battery is fine. No clue what to do and my mechanic doesn't seem to know either
Hi, ive got a 2010 golf, the following lights come on my dash randomly (and then disappear pretty quick): - parking brake - abs - electronic stability control - steering light Do you have any idea what the issue might be? My VW dealer cant seem to pinpoint the issue and want to charge me $2k to replace abs control module and steering column something... pls help
Take it to a trusted mechanic and ask him to check the trouble codes, if he finds an error code on speed/abs sensor, then its the sensor that needs replacing (common problem with VW). VWs system is made in such a funny way, that when a little sensor fails, everything that feeds from the module throws out a light (in my case it was all your lights + tire pressure light). Full abs module issues are possible but very rare, and if the dealer wants to replace steering components with it, I would be very suspicious ... Also, had the same problem with my passat (lights come on randomly, for random amounts of time) - it didn't show any fault codes at all when the lights weren't showing, so try to check them when the lights ARE showing (my mechanic and I we're puzzled why these kind of codes don't store in computers memory).
Gerard, great and very helpful video, thank you. My 2016 VW Passat has all lights lit, ABS, Airbag, Steering, Traction, etc., and the dealer yesterday told me BOTH rear wheel sensors are bad, AT THE SAME TIME (??) Does this make sense, that both would fail simultaneously? I did not go through any water puddles or any other unusual terrain, so how likely is it that they both failed? The car is exactly ONE month past the 36 month warranty! They are quoting $565 for the replacement of both. I thought I might bring it to a "shadetree mechanic" I know, buy the parts and save$ but unsure what to do. Could you possibly tell me whether it seems plausible that both sensors failed at once? THANKS and thanks for this TH-cam video!
Going through the same thingy right now. Dealer recommended BOTH rear abs/speed sensors AND the brake master cylinder AND brake power booster. Any ideas?
@@orlandosanchez8947 I called VW North America 1-800-822-8987 To contact VW Customer CARE, please call 1-800-822-8987, or on Twitter - direct message @VW, or use #VWCares. I complained that it seemed impossible that both sensors went bad at the same time and that the mileage was low and there was no dirt etc and that the issue arose like a week after the 36 month warranty expired. VW N Amer called the dealer. I had to put a lot of pressure on the dealer, the service manager - someone who rarely ever interacts with the public. I was pleasant and yet very insistent. Theyreduced the repair cost by about 80% and completed the replacement with just the 20% I had already paid for the "diagnosis" and now it rides fine. But I am not planning to buy another VW. Contacts - Volkswagen US Media Site - Media VW
Urve Pesti what a shower of robbing bass turds! I bought one Bosch sensor today for €22, roughly $25. It takes no more than 15 minutes to change. Main dealers are only good for warranty claims at a push. 😖
Without having a VCDS how can you determine which sensor it has just happened to me on my rLine passat 2013. Also can these be done with the wheel still on the car or does each wheel have to come off the car
I have An Audi Q3 and have the exact problem. It drives excellent though, does those errors on the dashboaed decrease engine efficiency?? please assist!
G'day! Could this also explain a fault electric steering assistance? I have all these faults plus a red steering wheel sign on my Golf mK7 and a very heavy steering wheel. Can I drive the car to the mechanic or do I have to tow it?
I had a 2016 jetta fall into limp mode ..I was driving n then all the sudden a bunch of lights were on n flashing. It was rainy I was on a bumpy rd n couldn't figure it out. The next day I got under it n just happened to see something that looked out of place. Long story short it was the turbo actuator. That rod that will go back n forth snapped. Must have been when I hit a bad pothole. But yeah I think it was a few torque screws to get it out. I got it out n welded the rod back together nicely put it back on n wallah fixed. I felt so cool lol. I've come across a few ppl with that same issue that were just about broken down enuf that they were gonna pay a lot of cash to have a shop bullshit them n fix something that they could do themselves for damn near nothing.
I just had my 2014 1.2 tsi Yeti front and rear brakes and 2 front tyres replaced. After a couple of days my dash light lit up like Blackpool illuminations 😂. ( ESC, steering, ABS, bend lights(!) , tyre pressure .... could this all be down to a sensor ?
Hi have a vw golf 2008 the problem can. Up a few days ago. ABS LIGHT and traction light handbrake light its on the dask knock if off next day came back up. Just wondering what would if be ??? Thanks
I have a VW Golf 7 2014 and after connecting the computer, it displays error B116816 steering angle sensor - too low voltage. Does the tape need to be replaced or is the problem somewhere else?
This happened to my 2014 Tiguan in January! Cost to replace right rear wheel speed sensor was $357.50. Just got the same warning lights yesterday so am assuming another wheel sensor has gone bad!
So I have a 2014 VW Tiguan. I get ABS, Start Stop, bending lights, electronic break and tyre pressure warning lights on my dash! Hope it's something as simple as this.
Great video, thanks. I have a fault on seat ibiza 2006,wherei get a 3 beep audible warning, lose speedo lose power steering, abs, power steering are on and brake light is flashing. I recently had a blow out of front passenger side tyre, destroying the rim and the tyre. I cannot see any obvious damage to wheel speed sensor, any ideas? kind regards Dave.
I have the same issues but with B8 passat. My blocks were all ok, but it showed that the lent just after steering wheel was bad. We changed it and still nothing. Really hoping it is not the big block down by the wheels.
My VW 2012 CC C Sport had this happen as well. When I hit the brake, the car stops. The break pedal builds up pressure as it should, but then the pressure releases and pedal goes to floor but csr stays stopped. There is a vibration in the pedal when it happens. Dealership said master brake cylinder and power booster. Thoughts?
Same VW Car - 2013 - same error message & fault displays showing - today 17th April 2021 - just had new disc and pads fitted - wonder if this has caused an issue with the brake sensors - will be showing them this video - I think a pint or two might be on their why to Gerard.
just had this exact warning batch pop up suddenly when driving on b7 passat. parked it up. then started the car again and drove it and the errors dissapeared? could it be that a pot hole or bump triggered the sensor? very strange
I have the same 2013 model - same lights - but now have a red warning brake light as well. No speeds coming from either rear wheels. The mechanic says the abs rings and sensors are fine but does not know what the problem is. Do you have any ideas?
I recently hit the heck out of my front right wheel unto a curb recently. The whole wheel was bent inwards towards the car in which i had to replace the ball point, control arm, sway bar link and strut assembly (It was really bad!). The car drives good now but i have these lights coming including the power steering and an air bag error code. Should I replace the wheel bearing and the ABS sensor?
Is this a common thing? How often do we need to do this? My Sharan Mk2 has had its sensor(s) replaced once maybe 2-3 years ago and today it’s showing again.
Hi Gerard, would this issue also bring on limp mode? I say limp but pretty much stop mode really. ( VW Caddy 1.4 tsi 2016 ) Changed the actuator due to Turbo fault code, now getting water pump sensor high, throttle actuator sensor and throttle position sensor fault codes. All started with pretty much the same symptoms as in your vid. Any advise greatly appreciated please mate 👍
Would this also stop the power steering operating, I have a multitude of warning lights including the autostart error but it does drive! model 2012 bluemotion Engine 2.0 CR (Diesel) will do a VAGCom check
John Bullas I have the same problem! Power steering, traction control and abs. My wheel speed sensor was replaced very recently too. Could you please tell me wha your VAGCom check said
Thanks, I've exactly the same symptoms appearing today (going on hol 🤣) 2013 Touran with 42K. Will investigate with the vcds when I get back! Cheers 👌🏻
Hi I have the same faults but they all disappear after a 5 minute drive could that be the same issue with my vehicle a couple of mechanics said it’s the battery but after replacing battery still has same errors but only on startup as I drive they disappear
My problem is this, I have a 2006 2.0tdi passat, lights on dash are steering, Esc & power steering: Ive changed EPB switch and lights still on, went for a drive and parking brake operates as it should, same with steering and brakes.... any ides please Gerard.
Excellent video Gerard. I've just had exactly the same errors come up on my 2011 B7 Passat. I have VCDS but I was unsure what sort of difficulty was involved so took it to a dealer. Now I know I will do the next one myself. Thank you.
Les Rogers i took it to the dealership and they fixed it after 24 hours. Turned out airbag was fine and the only issue was the breaks on the rear left wheel. They changed it and now it’s all good.
I have these lights on after doing an emergency stop. My OBD tool says "no fault codes".How can I reset the lights to see if they come on again to tell me there is definitely a problem? Great video by the way. Thanks
Hi my Volkswagen shows ABS, TC, city auto brake, start/stop , tpms error at once but when i drive a little and then stop the engine and then turn on the errors get fixed. Can this be because of a faulty battery or sensor issue ?
Thank you soo much for this video. I hope you can help me a bit further. I had an issue where my clutch wouldnt come back up.. took it to a local asian garage and they advised it was some kind of hydrolic / pump which was leaking ( i saw some the fluid) got the car next day, and these lights came up? He wouldn't have messed with the sensor right? Thanks
Great video which my scan tool is an obd11 it's giving me an issue pretty much with all the sensors. Is there like a control module for all of them? Appreciate the video!
Thanks a ton for the how to video, cost me £14.99 for a new sensor, £10 to get the codes scanned and under an hour to fit it. As soon as I put the key fob in the faults were gone. Saved me a goddamn fortune, would have been £100's to get main agent to diagnose and fix I bet. Is it advisable to get the fualt codes cleared?
@@Biliskner No i didn't get even get any kind of quote I did it myself, I knew it would be a ridiculous price. I have a family member who works in the car parts trade so got the part cheap, but even ebay etc are pretty cheap for any of the 4 sensors. So I got a local garage to check the error codes (£10) as you need to know which one to change as they are all different of course. If you have an OBD2 scanner you can get the codes yourself. Then it's a fairly easy process to change if you have the basic tools required and don't mind getting on your back under a jacked up car. Just make sure it's secure and try to have someone else there to keep an eye out. Axle stand and jack in combination is recommended as you need to remove the wheel and will have your head right under there.....don't want it falling on you :P
Just had mine done at a VW main dealer. They 'kindly' reduced the price from over £500 to just £371 as we were regular customers, but still horrified at that. The wheel bearing needed doing (apparently) as well as the sensor, and parts alone were over £200. Best part is when the sensor fails, the auto handbrake stops working, so when you stop to investigate, your car rolls away! What a fabulous safety feature from VW. Next time it happens I'll definitely be investing in VDCS and doing the job myself - thanks for the really helpful vid :-)
I have the same problem...but...when all those amber lights are off the brak pedal is acting weird and grinding noises and can't drive over 30mph and when they are on the break works 100%.. so what is it?? thank you
I had all these same lights appear on my 2012 passat 1.8tsi after I did an oil change, I'm guessing that jacking one side of the car up to get to the sump plug must have caused it
The same lights showed up on my 2016 Passat aside from the start stop light. When scanning the car, it showed the wss was faulty and I got all of therm replaced twice but all the light remain. Do you think it is the module that has gone bad?
My car keeps switching off and gives me a multiple fault msg upon shutdown...Park brake fault, ESC fault, start stop fault, servo brake fault, loss of tyre pressure...but the dealership has placed the car on the diagnostics and no faults come up...any suggestions?
Thanks Gerard for a clearly explained and filmed sequence. I can't do the diagnostics and repairs myself but will now be able to talk intelligently with the garage and probably prevent being taken on an expensive wild goose chase.
I just had this fault with my 2017 VW Tiguan. I pulled all four speed sensors. Measure the resistance on each sensor. Three had the same value and one had half the value. Replaced the right rear sensor that showed the low value with a OEM sensor from VW for $160.00. The was cleared. Hope this helps you.
Thanks for this, it helped me confidentiality explain to my garage that I thought it was an issue with the wheel speed sensor, I didn’t realise the ABS sensor reads wheel speed, makes sense now I think about it, he thought it was the wheel bearings, I suggested they swap the sensors over, which is possible on my VW SV, they did and fault registered on changed position. New sensor fitted all faults cleared. Really helpful video thanks for taking the time
Great to hear Tracy, thanks for taking the time to share your success story 👍👌
ABS signs pop up on my dashboard, the garage is suggesting it maybe the ABS pump without doing much checks. I will suggest checking the sensors. Hope to come back with feedback. Thanks
@@awurajjtry getting the car scanned for errors and reset fault codes. Test each wheel with an auto scanner to test each wheel indivually to trace faulty sensor.
Described in a way that's easy to understand for the home mechanic as usual. Well done sir, very informative. Also, done without the obligatory TH-cam 10 minutes of b/s before getting to the point.
This has just happened to my 2012 VW Passat. Was very worried about it but having seen this i am hoping that it will not cost me the earth to get it fixed. Thanks very much - i owe you a beer!
Hi! Did you fixed it? It was that? I have the same problem with my 2012 passat
I’m so happy that my ESC stopped working I can actually drive my Jetta in the winter now without worrying about getting stuck if there’s a 1” of snow on a flat road.
Took the Passat into my local garage. They ran the diagnostics and...rear right WSS was defective. Replaced it and all was good. On my test drive I also noticed that acceleration was improved significantly.
How much did it cost?
I replaced the sensors but I dont have the computer to reset the codes, and the dealership will charge me a leg and arm to do it but I love the video very self explanatory thanks for you time and knowledge
You can buy a Bluetooth adaptor for ~£20
Just wanted to say thanks for an excellent video. Although I’m unable to diagnose and fix the issue myself, I can now go to a VW specialist and say exactly what needs checking/replacing.
I’ve had my 2012 VW Touran 1.6 SE for a month, done 3000 miles, and had this error on 90% of my journeys.
The supplying dealer ‘fixed’ it within a few days of purchase, but obviously they just cleared the fault codes!
Thanks 👍
What do you mean with fault codes? All those errors started to appear on my dashboard since i changed my android player.
Thanks very much Gerard. This is exactly the problem I have and I can now go and find a solution armed with this knowledge.
Absolutely spot on! Exact same fault as mine - now I need to copy Gerard and check. Excellent video and many many thanks Gerard - saved me £££££! 😁
Thanks Ian
Good video. With modern cars it can be the sensor or something else triggering the sensor so technology can be a nightmare. In my old BMW e30 none of this carry on--if there is a problem with the brakes, they start to squeal until repaired.
Thank you
Mr. Gerard Burke.
great video on how to troubleshoot the ESC fault . Thank you so much for the infor.
My 2013 CC has a bad right speed sensor and all those errors came up but also had had a malfunction light for the afs head lights I watched your video to see if mine wasn’t the only one doing this
I have a VW cc 2013 doing same thing.
Did you manage to resolve your issue? Cheers
@@arifromoz2 yes I replaced the sensor and the errors went away
Hi All, I had this fault the morning I was going on a short holiday. The fault code suggested the rear left abs sensor was faulty. I managed to buy the sensor and thought I could get it fitted when on holiday. Not so. I drove the car for about 350 miles with this fault. Eventually, back home fortunately, the car gave transmission problems(DSG). The car remained in 1st gear, occasionally it would change up using the paddles but it was undriveable. I changed the sensor myself, cleared the codes, and all is now well! So a duff abs sensor can screw up your transmission! regards, Brian.
you're not driving a vw if you aren't driving with dash lights staring at you.
😂So true. I drove mine off the dealership floor, hit the freeway and then "Check Engine" light came on. 🤣
Don't know what vw u driving. All vw I owed has did me great service. Very reliable cars
😂😂so true
So true. I hate my VW
So true
This just happened to me today. Thanks for relieving my stress. I thought it was the entire abs module
Opportunity
I had the same error with same warnings on my 2013 Passat variant with the exact same solution by changing the right rear speed sensor. Thanks a lot
I've had the same faults a week ago, the problem with my car was the right rear bearing of the wheel, especially the little ABS magnetic crown.It has multiple little ridges, which send a signal to the ABS sensor, but there was a piece of the crown missing, so i had to replace the whole bearing cuz they are welded together.It was not an expensive fix, only 100 euros/ little over 100 dollars.
My VW golf MK5 2007, same happened. Steering wheel sign, abs sign and traction control sign all came together and disappeared after 30 seconds. Same as yours. I was on the motorway and my heart nearly stopped.
Mine was the same today after my local mechanic diagnosed it on my 65 plate scirocco R TDI. Exactly the same lights 👍🏻
Thanks very much for posting this dude! I have a 2013 Audi A4 3.0tdi Quattro with very similar warnings plus a "headlight range control" warning, all of which came on together at exactly the same time. I know where to start looking now thanks to you!
Thank you so much! My R32 has never given me an issue til today. I'm glad it's a relatively simple solution!
Hi, what kind of issue did your R32 have? My MKV R32 just came with a power steering problem, yellow light trun to red. Besides the DSG PRNDS flashed and the airbag light was also on the dash.
Sir I salute you I had these warnings lights on my tiguan '12 dash I had an accident that ruined my right rear axle had to change the whole axle but dash warnings were lit like a Christmas tree in extra my parking sensors and park assist weren't working also.
But after seeing your video I had my finger crossed that this sensor issue will fix every thing and thankfully it did.
Just had to remove the one of battery terminals and unplug the sensor like you did then reset.
And there it is all lights dissappeared and all the ops sensors are working fine
Great to hear, thanks for the detailed comment and kind words
Very well described. But the wheel sensor is so easy and cheap to replace. I would just do that first
Excellent. Same issue with my car. Will sort this tomorrow.
well .. if you own a vw, must own vcds )) Im sold
great video btw !!!
Impressive workhorse (163.000 km). Glad you could fix it. Many more km's to come for that car, I am sure :-)
Thanks kent
I had this same issue i changed the abs wheel speed sensor and fixed all faults 😊
That was brilliant thanks my car had the same issue after washing it after it dries out seems to clear ok.
Absolutely Amazing Video Gerard. Well done. After £466 fitting a wheel new bearing (&new brake pads) to my Rear off side (as in video) I still had this problem...Hopefully you have diagnosed my problem....I can complain to my garage now and show them how to fix it..Many Thanks
Thank you very much. My 2012 Passat 1.6tdi have exactly that problem. I was so afraid when all these warning lights came on, and then it proved to be just a sensor on one wheel, a 10€ part and 15 minutes of work... Pheew...
You are welcome Jesper
Nice! Thanks this may help me explain to the mechanic what I think could be wrong with my VW Touran
Gerald, can ABS issue lead to the wobbly steering?
Hi Gerard...
Im wondering what a ODB2 I could use to see which wheel that has a bad sensor. I wont a bluetoch ODB2
This is a brilliant video just had the same error come up on my 2013 vw cc that's only done 34k miles 😐
This about to be my second on a 45k mileage golf it’s ridiculous
@@joshrhodes5068 Glad it's a relatively cheap fix a little awkward but what car isn't 😂
how close the sensor must be to the ring on bearing? i have a 2 mm far and no reading
Good question i was wondering the same thing.
Great video .
May I ask when the lamps were on,
was the start / stop function worked ?
All the same lights have just popped up on my dash. Brakes will randomly apply (very slightly) when roads are wet. Hopefully this will fix it :)
Did it wourk
Any ideas on our situation? VW Touran 2012. In cold temp the car won't start at all and then is throwing up the ESC fault (no others). Mechanic checked yesterday and it had a throttle pedal fault? After that was cleared it ran fine until the next morning (cold overnight again) and still no start and ESC fault. Battery is fine. No clue what to do and my mechanic doesn't seem to know either
you have solution?
Typical from a vw dash lights up like Xmas tree on all of them I have never seen a vw with no less than 3 lights on dash 😂😂 but great video btw 👍👍
Thanks JP :)
Same with me b7 malysia vrsion,almst 15@16tme snd to sc..so bad xprnce to me with vw....so 😢 😥😥😥😥..vw please2 fix ths prblem..
Hi my vw passat is showing esc fault. And wont start would this be the same problem you had? Thanks.
2013 VW CC Sport - The abs, parking brake, and steering light are staying on. Later the steering wheel became hard to turn. Any thoughts?
I have a VW CC 2012 and all those sign are on, can I still week it for a couple of days before I fix it?
Thanks for you help.
Im having the very same warning and the diagnosis shows multiple error and fault on rear left speed sensor g46
Hi, ive got a 2010 golf, the following lights come on my dash randomly (and then disappear pretty quick):
- parking brake
- abs
- electronic stability control
- steering light
Do you have any idea what the issue might be? My VW dealer cant seem to pinpoint the issue and want to charge me $2k to replace abs control module and steering column something... pls help
Take it to a trusted mechanic and ask him to check the trouble codes, if he finds an error code on speed/abs sensor, then its the sensor that needs replacing (common problem with VW). VWs system is made in such a funny way, that when a little sensor fails, everything that feeds from the module throws out a light (in my case it was all your lights + tire pressure light). Full abs module issues are possible but very rare, and if the dealer wants to replace steering components with it, I would be very suspicious ...
Also, had the same problem with my passat (lights come on randomly, for random amounts of time) - it didn't show any fault codes at all when the lights weren't showing, so try to check them when the lights ARE showing (my mechanic and I we're puzzled why these kind of codes don't store in computers memory).
Thanks, i know now what to do. Great help! Even in 2024!
Gerard, great and very helpful video, thank you. My 2016 VW Passat has all lights lit, ABS, Airbag, Steering, Traction, etc., and the dealer yesterday told me BOTH rear wheel sensors are bad, AT THE SAME TIME (??) Does this make sense, that both would fail simultaneously? I did not go through any water puddles or any other unusual terrain, so how likely is it that they both failed? The car is exactly ONE month past the 36 month warranty! They are quoting $565 for the replacement of both. I thought I might bring it to a "shadetree mechanic" I know, buy the parts and save$ but unsure what to do. Could you possibly tell me whether it seems plausible that both sensors failed at once? THANKS and thanks for this TH-cam video!
Going through the same thingy right now. Dealer recommended BOTH rear abs/speed sensors AND the brake master cylinder AND brake power booster. Any ideas?
@@orlandosanchez8947 I called VW North America
1-800-822-8987
To contact VW Customer CARE, please call 1-800-822-8987, or on Twitter - direct message @VW, or use #VWCares.
I complained that it seemed impossible that both sensors went bad at the same time and that the mileage was low and there was no dirt etc and that the issue arose like a week after the 36 month warranty expired. VW N Amer called the dealer. I had to put a lot of pressure on the dealer, the service manager - someone who rarely ever interacts with the public. I was pleasant and yet very insistent. Theyreduced the repair cost by about 80% and completed the replacement with just the 20% I had already paid for the "diagnosis" and now it rides fine. But I am not planning to buy another VW.
Contacts - Volkswagen US Media Site - Media VW
Urve Pesti what a shower of robbing bass turds! I bought one Bosch sensor today for €22, roughly $25. It takes no more than 15 minutes to change. Main dealers are only good for warranty claims at a push. 😖
What is the diagnosis programmer and software are you using
Without having a VCDS how can you determine which sensor it has just happened to me on my rLine passat 2013. Also can these be done with the wheel still on the car or does each wheel have to come off the car
I have An Audi Q3 and have the exact problem. It drives excellent though, does those errors on the dashboaed decrease engine efficiency??
please assist!
Truely Sincerely I don’t think so, I regularly get 70+ mpg out of my 1.6D Touran
I've got same issue today, and didn't effect an output power.
Only turn off autohold feature, asr, abs and tyre pressure monitoring.
@@mato12348 same here
Ive got all these now ive cleaned the front to sensor is it worth cleaning the rear still got lights coming on
G'day! Could this also explain a fault electric steering assistance? I have all these faults plus a red steering wheel sign on my Golf mK7 and a very heavy steering wheel. Can I drive the car to the mechanic or do I have to tow it?
Hi I am having the same issue here, especially with the heavy steering. How did you get it resolved?
I had a 2016 jetta fall into limp mode ..I was driving n then all the sudden a bunch of lights were on n flashing. It was rainy I was on a bumpy rd n couldn't figure it out. The next day I got under it n just happened to see something that looked out of place. Long story short it was the turbo actuator. That rod that will go back n forth snapped. Must have been when I hit a bad pothole. But yeah I think it was a few torque screws to get it out. I got it out n welded the rod back together nicely put it back on n wallah fixed. I felt so cool lol. I've come across a few ppl with that same issue that were just about broken down enuf that they were gonna pay a lot of cash to have a shop bullshit them n fix something that they could do themselves for damn near nothing.
I just had my 2014 1.2 tsi Yeti front and rear brakes and 2 front tyres replaced. After a couple of days my dash light lit up like Blackpool illuminations 😂. ( ESC, steering, ABS, bend lights(!) , tyre pressure .... could this all be down to a sensor ?
Hi have a vw golf 2008 the problem can. Up a few days ago. ABS LIGHT and traction light handbrake light its on the dask knock if off next day came back up. Just wondering what would if be ??? Thanks
I have a VW Golf 7 2014 and after connecting the computer, it displays error B116816 steering angle sensor - too low voltage. Does the tape need to be replaced or is the problem somewhere else?
This happened to my 2014 Tiguan in January! Cost to replace right rear wheel speed sensor was $357.50. Just got the same warning lights yesterday so am assuming another wheel sensor has gone bad!
So I have a 2014 VW Tiguan. I get ABS, Start Stop, bending lights, electronic break and tyre pressure warning lights on my dash! Hope it's something as simple as this.
Same error messages I'm having on my 2013 VW CC
How did you fixed it I have a 2015 Tiguan? With all the light on
Same issue on 14 Mk7 Golf
Same issue for me - Passat rline 2015
Mechanic has told me it's coming back as a problem with my ABS Pump/Module. Turns out this can be quite expensive. 😩
Great video, thanks. I have a fault on seat ibiza 2006,wherei get a 3 beep audible warning, lose speedo lose power steering, abs, power steering are on and brake light is flashing. I recently had a blow out of front passenger side tyre, destroying the rim and the tyre. I cannot see any obvious damage to wheel speed sensor, any ideas? kind regards Dave.
I have the exact same scenario on my 2012 golf
I have the same issues but with B8 passat. My blocks were all ok, but it showed that the lent just after steering wheel was bad. We changed it and still nothing. Really hoping it is not the big block down by the wheels.
How do you set the consumption and the small clock for the speed below and all that in km/h?
I have a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. My question is do the fault messages get recorded?
My VW 2012 CC C Sport had this happen as well. When I hit the brake, the car stops. The break pedal builds up pressure as it should, but then the pressure releases and pedal goes to floor but csr stays stopped. There is a vibration in the pedal when it happens. Dealership said master brake cylinder and power booster. Thoughts?
Same thing happens on my Passat 2012. There is a Vibration and it's on and off. The guys ABS module needs to be replaced.
Hey I have the same issue. How did you fix it?
Same VW Car - 2013 - same error message & fault displays showing - today 17th April 2021 - just had new disc and pads fitted - wonder if this has caused an issue with the brake sensors -
will be showing them this video - I think a pint or two might be on their why to Gerard.
just had this exact warning batch pop up suddenly when driving on b7 passat.
parked it up.
then started the car again and drove it and the errors dissapeared?
could it be that a pot hole or bump triggered the sensor?
very strange
I have the same 2013 model - same lights - but now have a red warning brake light as well. No speeds coming from either rear wheels. The mechanic says the abs rings and sensors are fine but does not know what the problem is. Do you have any ideas?
this error started showing up on my 2009 rabbit, can't take it in right away to get it fixed.Do you think it's safe to drive with bad censors?
Manny M yes
I recently hit the heck out of my front right wheel unto a curb recently. The whole wheel was bent inwards towards the car in which i had to replace the ball point, control arm, sway bar link and strut assembly (It was really bad!). The car drives good now but i have these lights coming including the power steering and an air bag error code. Should I replace the wheel bearing and the ABS sensor?
I've got the same exact problem right now with the rear right ABS sensor on my 2012 tiguan fwd.
Is this a common thing? How often do we need to do this? My Sharan Mk2 has had its sensor(s) replaced once maybe 2-3 years ago and today it’s showing again.
Where are the front wheel sensors located? I cannot find them.
If my engine temperature is not showing an reading after replacing the temperature sensor, what could be the problem
Hi Gerard, would this issue also bring on limp mode? I say limp but pretty much stop mode really.
( VW Caddy 1.4 tsi 2016 )
Changed the actuator due to Turbo fault code, now getting water pump sensor high, throttle actuator sensor and throttle position sensor fault codes.
All started with pretty much the same symptoms as in your vid.
Any advise greatly appreciated please mate 👍
Which wireless scan tool did u use to connect to vcds
Is it possible for these faults to throw a check engine as well?
Would this also stop the power steering operating, I have a multitude of warning lights including the autostart error but it does drive! model 2012 bluemotion Engine 2.0 CR (Diesel) will do a VAGCom check
John Bullas I have the same problem! Power steering, traction control and abs. My wheel speed sensor was replaced very recently too. Could you please tell me wha your VAGCom check said
Was fuse 13 that powers the odb and the abs 10a fuse replaced, all faults disappeared
@@JohnBullas so was it the fuses causing issue John,there seems to be a lot of money changing hands for a 20pence fix
@@terryhallam6538 one fuse 10p
@@terryhallam6538 yes the odb fuse blew taking everything connected to the abs module on the same fuse with it
So by fixing that it made the power steering malfunction light go off ??
Thanks, I've exactly the same symptoms appearing today (going on hol 🤣) 2013 Touran with 42K.
Will investigate with the vcds when I get back! Cheers 👌🏻
I drive a POLO GTI 1.4 and it's a front wheel drive. Does the rear wheels have sensor?
Siyabonga Mngoma yes
Hi I have the same faults but they all disappear after a 5 minute drive could that be the same issue with my vehicle a couple of mechanics said it’s the battery but after replacing battery still has same errors but only on startup as I drive they disappear
My problem is this, I have a 2006 2.0tdi passat, lights on dash are steering, Esc & power steering: Ive changed EPB switch and lights still on, went for a drive and parking brake operates as it should, same with steering and brakes.... any ides please Gerard.
Is it ok to drive for awhile with this fault?.... Light on on ours and wondering does it affect braking or handling?...
Very helpful. Took a weight off my mind.
Excellent video Gerard. I've just had exactly the same errors come up on my 2011 B7 Passat. I have VCDS but I was unsure what sort of difficulty was involved so took it to a dealer. Now I know I will do the next one myself. Thank you.
Les Rogers i took it to the dealership and they fixed it after 24 hours. Turned out airbag was fine and the only issue was the breaks on the rear left wheel. They changed it and now it’s all good.
how much did it cost
I have these lights on after doing an emergency stop. My OBD tool says "no fault codes".How can I reset the lights to see if they come on again to tell me there is definitely a problem? Great video by the way. Thanks
I would suggest getting a proper diagnostic or VAGCOM
Hi my Volkswagen shows ABS, TC, city auto brake, start/stop , tpms error at once but when i drive a little and then stop the engine and then turn on the errors get fixed. Can this be because of a faulty battery or sensor issue ?
Did you ever get this resolved? Having the same issue
Thank you soo much for this video.
I hope you can help me a bit further.
I had an issue where my clutch wouldnt come back up.. took it to a local asian garage and they advised it was some kind of hydrolic / pump which was leaking ( i saw some the fluid) got the car next day, and these lights came up? He wouldn't have messed with the sensor right? Thanks
Sounds like the slave cylinder
Same happened to me in my jetta Gli
Great video which my scan tool is an obd11 it's giving me an issue pretty much with all the sensors. Is there like a control module for all of them? Appreciate the video!
Thanks a ton for the how to video, cost me £14.99 for a new sensor, £10 to get the codes scanned and under an hour to fit it. As soon as I put the key fob in the faults were gone. Saved me a goddamn fortune, would have been £100's to get main agent to diagnose and fix I bet.
Is it advisable to get the fualt codes cleared?
did a local garage close to you fix it? my VW dealership is already quoting £180 JUST FOR THE PART (!!!)
@@Biliskner No i didn't get even get any kind of quote I did it myself, I knew it would be a ridiculous price.
I have a family member who works in the car parts trade so got the part cheap, but even ebay etc are pretty cheap for any of the 4 sensors.
So I got a local garage to check the error codes (£10) as you need to know which one to change as they are all different of course. If you have an OBD2 scanner you can get the codes yourself.
Then it's a fairly easy process to change if you have the basic tools required and don't mind getting on your back under a jacked up car. Just make sure it's secure and try to have someone else there to keep an eye out. Axle stand and jack in combination is recommended as you need to remove the wheel and will have your head right under there.....don't want it falling on you :P
How much might this cost to fix through an independent or VW garage?
Just had mine done at a VW main dealer. They 'kindly' reduced the price from over £500 to just £371 as we were regular customers, but still horrified at that. The wheel bearing needed doing (apparently) as well as the sensor, and parts alone were over £200. Best part is when the sensor fails, the auto handbrake stops working, so when you stop to investigate, your car rolls away! What a fabulous safety feature from VW. Next time it happens I'll definitely be investing in VDCS and doing the job myself - thanks for the really helpful vid :-)
One million dollars!! U.S
Hi please help my Audi A4 is showing that power steering light and the steering is hard
I have the same problem...but...when all those amber lights are off the brak pedal is acting weird and grinding noises and can't drive over 30mph and when they are on the break works 100%.. so what is it?? thank you
Thanks Chris O'Dowd!
I had all these same lights appear on my 2012 passat 1.8tsi after I did an oil change, I'm guessing that jacking one side of the car up to get to the sump plug must have caused it
Surprised that replacing that sensor also fixed the start-stop and parking brake fault lights (?).
The same lights showed up on my 2016 Passat aside from the start stop light. When scanning the car, it showed the wss was faulty and I got all of therm replaced twice but all the light remain. Do you think it is the module that has gone bad?
Got similar warning lights on 141 superb. Interesting.
My car keeps switching off and gives me a multiple fault msg upon shutdown...Park brake fault, ESC fault, start stop fault, servo brake fault, loss of tyre pressure...but the dealership has placed the car on the diagnostics and no faults come up...any suggestions?
You have solution?
My dvanced turning lights and parking censors wont work either is that because of the acc?😢