ABS and brakes

C0060 — Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance

Severity: medium Drive with care, to a shop

What C0060 means

The ABS module constantly compares signals from all wheel speed sensors. Each sensor reads a toothed tone ring on the hub and produces pulses that rise with wheel speed. C0060 means the right front signal is out of range or disagrees with the other wheels. On some brands the code is defined differently, for example as an ABS valve circuit fault.

Symptoms

  • ABS warning light on
  • Traction or stability control light on
  • Stability and traction control disabled
  • False ABS activation when braking
  • Erratic speedometer on some models
  • Code returns after clearing

Possible causes

  1. Failed right front wheel speed sensor
  2. Damaged or dirty tone ring (exciter ring)
  3. Damaged wiring harness in the wheel well
  4. Corrosion or poor contact at the sensor connector
  5. Wrong air gap or metal debris on the sensor
  6. ABS valve circuit or module fault (on some brands)
  7. Bad ground or low system voltage

How to diagnose

  1. Scan for codes, record freeze frame data, clear and see if it returns
  2. Check battery voltage and ground connections
  3. Compare right front wheel speed with the other wheels in live data on a test drive
  4. Inspect the sensor, its mounting and connector for dirt, corrosion and damage
  5. Inspect the harness from the sensor to the body, especially where it flexes with steering
  6. Inspect the tone ring for cracks, broken teeth, rust or packed debris
  7. Measure sensor resistance and test the circuit for opens and shorts to ground
  8. Check the signal waveform with a scope while spinning the wheel

Common fixes

  • Replace the wheel speed sensor
  • Clean or replace the connector and repair the wiring
  • Replace the damaged tone ring or hub bearing assembly
  • Reinstall the sensor with the correct air gap
  • Fix ground or power supply problems
  • Repair or replace the ABS module if it is faulty

Questions and answers

What does C0060 mean?

The ABS module is getting a signal from the right front wheel speed sensor that does not match what it expects. ABS and stability control are usually disabled as a result.

Can I drive with code C0060?

Yes, with care. Normal braking works, but ABS and stability control are unavailable, so the risk of skidding on wet or slippery roads is higher. Don't put off the repair.

How do I fix C0060?

Start by inspecting the sensor, connector, wiring and tone ring. Replacing the sensor or repairing corroded or broken wiring fixes most cases.

This is general information about the code. The meaning can differ between makes and models: a scan tool and the repair manual for your car will show the exact cause.