How to Disable ABS
From Volkswagen Cabrio Wiki
This how-to will explain how to disable the anti-lock braking system in all Cabrios, as well as mk3 Golf and Jetta.
Why would anyone want to disable ABS?
It's true that ABS is an important safety feature on modern cars designed to keep the wheels from locking up and sliding when the brakes are applied. However, if this system is malfunctioning and activating when it shouldn't, it's safer to disable the system until you can have it serviced. Additionally, offroad racers may prefer that ABS be disabled. With this guide, it literally takes only a few seconds to disable (or re-enable) ABS.
- Open the fuse box cover or completely remove the plastic fuse box cover.
- Just above the relay panel, you will find 2 green 30 amp fuses.
- Removing the fuse furthest from the fuse panel will result in loss of power to the ABS computer. This will result in the ABS and BRAKE warning lights showing in the gauge cluster, and the ABS system will be completely disabled.
- Removing the other fuse results in loss of power to the ABS pump. Only the ABS warning light will show in the gauge cluster, but the ABS relay will click rapidly when your wheels are locked.
Thanks to JonnyPhenomenon for this How-To.
