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00285 – ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Right (G45) (VAG Golf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza)

On VAG vehicles, fault code 00285 means "ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Right (G45)". It is common on Golf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza, All engines engines. Below are the real-world causes, step-by-step tests and OEM part numbers.

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00285 quick summary

Fault code00285
MeaningABS Wheel Speed Sensor Front Right (G45)
SystemChassis
VehiclesVAG (VW, Audi, Škoda, Seat)
Common onGolf IV/V/VI, Passat B5/B6/B7, Polo, Touran, Audi A3/A4/A6, Octavia, Fabia, Leon, Ibiza, All engines
SeverityMedium
Can I drive?Yes, normal brakes work, but ABS and ESP are switched off. Drive carefully.
Repair cost€20 – €250

Symptoms of 00285

  • ABS, ESP and traction warning lights on
  • Speedometer may jump or fail
  • Light comes on above a certain speed
  • Fault returns after clearing
  • Sub-type: signal too small / open circuit / implausible signal

Most common causes of 00285 (most likely first)

Mechanic's Pro Tip

Same logic as the other wheels: an electrical sub-type (open/short) points to the sensor or cable; 'implausible signal' points to dirt, rust or the encoder ring. Compare the four wheel speeds while driving slowly – the faulty wheel drops out or jumps.

  1. 1.Faulty wheel speed sensor G45

    Most likely

  2. 2.Damaged cable or connector at the wheel

  3. 3.Dirt or rust on the sensor tip or bore

  4. 4.Damaged magnetic encoder ring in the wheel bearing

  5. 5.Excessive wheel bearing play

Step-by-step diagnostic guide

  1. 1

    Read the ABS module (03) and note the fault sub-type.

  2. 2

    Compare all four wheel speeds in measuring blocks.

  3. 3

    Inspect the cable and connector at the front right wheel.

  4. 4

    Remove and clean the sensor, check the encoder ring.

  5. 5

    Replace the sensor or bearing, clear codes and test drive.

How do I read fault codes? →Where the OBD2 port is, which scanner to use and how to read and clear codes step by step.

Frequently asked questions

Can a wheel bearing cause this code?

Yes. The encoder ring is often part of the bearing seal; a damaged ring or too much play gives an implausible signal.

Can I drive to the workshop?

Yes, the brakes work normally – only ABS and ESP are off.

Related fault codes

This guide is for information only. Working on vehicles can be dangerous — if you are unsure, have the car checked by a qualified mechanic. Values can differ between model years; always check the manufacturer's repair information.