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GOLF ABS REPAIR

  • ABS module with its electrical connector
  • Hydraulic unit of an ABS module with its solenoid valves
ABS module with its electrical connector
Hydraulic unit of an ABS module with its solenoid valves
ABS module with its electrical connector Hydraulic unit of an ABS module with its solenoid valves

MÓDULO ABS VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

350,00 € + VAT

We permanently fix any VOLKSWAGEN ABS module fault through our comprehensive remanufacturing. To repair the VOLKSWAGEN ABS module, you just need to send us your unit together with the fault codes. Our technicians will diagnose the VOLKSWAGEN ABS control unit and carry out an exact rebuild, replacing the faulty components. Get your car back to full safety, with a warranty.

You only pay once your module has been repaired

  • Repair in 24/48 h
  • No upfront payment
  • Up to 2 years’ warranty
  • Fixed price, no surprises

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GOLF MODULE

ABS VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

We repair the ABS module of your Volkswagen Golf and return your own remanufactured control unit, with the hydraulic unit and the circuit board restored. Our Golf ABS repair service covers every generation of the model, from the classic Golf II and Golf III to the Golf IV, the Golf V and the Golf VI, including diesel engines such as the Golf 4 TDI ABS and more recent units such as the Golf 6 ABS module. It doesn’t matter whether your control unit is from a modern model or from a Golf Mk2 ABS that is no longer made: we recover the original part without needing to recode the control unit or rely on a breaker’s yard spare of uncertain compatibility. These are the Volkswagen Golf versions for which we repair the ABS module. Each one may have a different module: choose yours and we’ll show you the one it uses. If you can’t find your car, contact us and we’ll help you.

Volkswagen Golf 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8

Volkswagen Golf 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8

1974 – 09/2003 / 11/2012 – 2026

Standard ABS module

Volkswagen Golf 5 and 6

Volkswagen Golf 5 and 6

10/2003 – 10/2012

ATE MK61 module

Volkswagen Golf Plus 5M1/1KP

Volkswagen Golf Plus 5M1/1KP

2005 – 2014

ATE MK61 module

Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan

Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan

2014 - 2020

Standard ABS module

Same model, two different modules

Not every Golf has the same ABS: depending on the version and year, it is fitted with one module or another.

  • Standard ABS module

    The standard ABS fitted to most Volkswagen models: hydraulic unit, pump and control unit in a single block. We remanufacture it in full and keep its original coding.

    ModelsGolf 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 y 8, Golf Sportsvan

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  • ATE MK61 module

    The evolution of the MK60 launched by ATE in 2004: hydraulic unit, pump and the control unit for ABS and stability control in a single block. Fitted by many European and Japanese brands.

    ModelsGolf 5 y 6, Golf Plus 5M1/1KP

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How to tell which one you have: find your car in the list of models above; each card shows the module it has. If in doubt, send us a photo of the module's part number and we will tell you which it is.

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GARAGE COLLECTION

Depending on what you choose, you ship it yourself or we collect the part from the trusted private address or garage you give us.

TECHNICAL REPAIR CENTRE

Diagnosis and repair in 24/48 h by specialist technicians. Guaranteed repair, whatever the type of fault.

CERTIFIED DELIVERY

We send you the invoice for payment and return the repaired module to the garage or trusted address, with a warranty of up to 2 years.

WHY DOES IT FAIL?

FAULT symptoms GOLF ABS

The Volkswagen Golf doesn’t display a readable ABS fault code without a diagnostic scanner: the fault is identified by the symptoms it causes in everyday driving, with different nuances depending on the generation. If you want to check the Golf ABS yourself before going to the garage, these are the most common Golf ABS sensor and control unit symptoms:

ABS warning light permanently on

The warning light stays on in the instrument cluster and doesn’t go out even if you restart the engine. Before thinking of a control unit fault, it is worth ruling out low battery voltage, which can trigger the Golf ABS warning light without there being a real fault in the module.

Intermittent ABS/ESP warning light on the Golf V

On the Golf V ABS module it is common for ageing connectors to cause a fault that comes and goes before becoming permanent in the instrument cluster, without the wheels or the brake circuit having any real problem.

Harder brake pedal or irregular pedal travel

The pedal sinks further than usual or is harder to press, a sign of a loss of pressure in the hydraulic circuit of the ABS control unit.

The car pulls to one side when braking

One wheel brakes earlier or harder than the others, especially noticeable on wet surfaces or under hard braking, a common symptom when the Golf ABS sensor on that wheel gives an erratic reading.

Strange noises from the pump or hydraulic unit when braking

A hum, click or vibration coming from the hydraulic unit when pressing the brake usually indicates an internal fault in the control unit’s pump, not in the pads or discs.

Intermittent fault due to corroded connectors on the oldest versions

On units such as the Golf Mk2 ABS or the Golf Mk3 ABS, with more years and kilometres behind them, it is common for the connectors to corrode and for the warning light to come on intermittently rather than permanently.

ABS REPAIR PRICE

ABS module repair price

Why choose our ABS control unit repair over a new one?

Approximate price
Warranty
Delivery time
Sustainability
Our repair
Price: 350€ – 800€ Save up to 70%
Warranty: Up to 2 years warranty
Delivery: 24/48 hours Estimated time
Sustainability: High (recycling) We care for the environment
Replacement with a new unit
Price: 1.200€ – 6.500€ Higher outlay
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Delivery: Variable Depending on available stock
Sustainability: Low (scrapped) Greater environmental impact

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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  • Juanma Hernandez Vasco

    Professional and friendly service. A 10.

  • Karsten Müller

    Die Abwicklung der Reparatur meines defekten ABS Modul (2003er BMW R1150GS) war sehr einfach, schnell und kompetent. Wenn man auf der Website den Reparaturauftrag erteilt hat, dann sollte man einen Screenshot vom Auftrag machen, denn ich habe keine schriftliche Bestätigung erhalten. Ist aber kein Problem. Achtet auf die Preise - auf der Website ist Netto angegeben, kann überraschen, weil wir es in D nicht gewohnt sind, mit Nettopreisen einzukaufen. Incl Transportversicherung betrugen die Reparaturkosten somit ca. 900 Euro, deutlich günstiger als andere Angebote. Das Gerät würde pünktlich, wie vereinbart, von einer Spedition 2 Tage nach Auftragserteilung an einem Mittwoch abgeholt und nach Spanien geschickt. Am folgenden Dienstag erhielt ich bereits die Info, dass die Reparatur fertig gestellt wurde. Super schnell. Ich habe überwiesen und den Screenshot der Überweisung mitgeschickt. So wurde das ABS bereits am darauf folgenden Mittwoch zurück gesendet und war am Montag wierder zu Hause. Das Ganze dauerte keine zwei Wochen. Das Gerät funktioniert wieder einwandfrei.

  • Jesus Prieto

    Well, 3 months ago they repaired a Seat León module for me, and from the very first moment they treated me in a super professional way. They were quick with the repair and practical with collecting the part and delivering it. No problems so far, I recommend them one hundred per cent.

  • CREATIVE FPV

  • Rafael Furtado

    Impecáveis na reparação do meu módulo ABS, do meu astra GTC foi necessário uma nova peça na qual fui avisado previamente,em todo o acompanhamento.
    Obrigado

  • Marco Pérez Rodríguez

    What can I say about these guys… nothing but kindness and professionalism; whatever problem you have with your module, they give you a solution and guide you towards the best and cheapest option for me. A 10, I recommend them without hesitation, with my eyes closed

  • Carlos Vicente Vazquez

  • Javier Martinez

    ABS specialists
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  • TerreMoto

    Expert, Professional, Honest!!!

  • julien demarque

    Centrale bmw pour 1150gsa.
    Service au top et hyper rapide. Moins de 2 semaines entre la commande sur le site et la réception en Belgique de ma centrale remise à neuf, le plus long : les quelques jours de transport ! Vous avez sauvé mon prochain trip, merci 😀.
    La seule petite chose qui pourrait être améliorée : un peu plus de communication ne serait pas de refus.

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FAQS GOLF ABS repair

Golf ABS code 01130 indicates an implausible fault in the operating signal of the hydraulic or electrical system of the Golf 6 ABS control unit. This is an endemic Golf 6 ABS fault (also frequent in the 2010 Golf ABS module and 2012 Golf ABS module versions) that requires removal and Golf ABS repair at a technical repair centre to rebuild the damaged internal microcomponents.

On vehicles such as the Golf 4 1.9 TDI ABS or petrol versions, it is vital to check first the Golf 4 ABS fuse (located in the box on top of the battery, prone to blowing or making a poor contact due to overheating) and the wiring of the Golf 4 ABS sensor on each wheel. If the diagnosis rules out problems with the external power supply and the sensors, you are dealing with a Golf 4 ABS fault in the central unit itself.

It depends on the origin of the error. If the diagnosis shows a loss of reading on a specific wheel, replacing the Golf 5 ABS sensor or cleaning the magnetic ring is usually enough. However, the Golf V ABS (or VW Golf 5 ABS) is well known for suffering internal faults in the G201 pressure sensor built into the unit. In this scenario, the only guaranteed solution is to remove and rebuild the Golf 5 ABS module.

Yes. Although the Golf Mk2 ABS and the Golf 3 ABS module use older electromechanical technologies, their hydraulic pumps, relays and valves suffer wear over the years and are fully repairable. Rebuilding these modules is highly recommended to keep classic vehicles original given the shortage of new spare parts.

By repairing your original part, you keep the chassis number (VIN) and the factory coding of your Volkswagen Golf ABS. This means it can be fitted directly at the garage (plug & play) without requiring additional coding at the dealer. A breaker’s yard unit has to be paid for to be reprogrammed and carries a high risk of suffering the same factory fault in the short term.

The module’s circuit board processes the wheel speed readings. If the processor’s internal solder joints crack because of vibration and engine temperature changes, the control unit stops communicating with the wheel and generates a false Golf ABS sensor fault code. A specialist technician will know how to read the values in real time so as not to replace sensors unnecessarily.

Yes, it is a major safety risk. When the system detects a critical anomaly in the Golf 4 1.9 TDI ABS module (or in any other generation), it disables the anti-lock assistance and the stability control. Under emergency braking or on wet tarmac, the wheels will lock completely, losing the ability to steer around obstacles. It is also grounds for an outright MOT failure.