C1461 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C1461 – Vehicle Accelerometer Power Circuit Short to Battery

 

C1461 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C1461 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Vehicle Accelerometer,Vehicle Accelerometer harness is open or shorted,Vehicle Accelerometer circuit poor electrical connection

 

C1461 Description

 

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module monitors the Vehicle Accelerometer. The ABS Module sets the OBDII code when the Vehicle Accelerometer is not to factory specifications.