Why is the ESP light on my Golf staying on?

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Why is the ESP light on my Golf staying on?

I have a 2007 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI and the Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) light has come on. I've tried resetting but it won't work, any ideas?

Asked on 1 November 2013 by

Answered by Honest John

The brake pressure sensor inside the ATE Teves Mk 60 ABS/ESP module has failed. Originally Volkswagen dealers were trying asking owners for £1800 for a complete new module, but this caused a fuss and eventually VOSA stepped in and had a word.

So, if your local dealer or independent specialist won't fix it with a repair kit for less than £500, have a mechanic remove the module and send it to www.ecutesting.com

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