🚨 BMW ABS warning light on with 5DF0 or 5DF1 fault?
🔧 Replaced the fuse or relay but still no fix?
🛠 We offer professional BMW ABS pump repairs with no coding needed and a lifetime warranty included
If your BMW is showing fault code 5DF0 – Hydraulic Unit Pump Motor or 5DF1 – Hydraulic Unit Pump Motor Connector, it’s a sign of internal failure inside the ABS module. This is a known issue with BMWs fitted with ATE MK60E/MK61 ABS pumps, especially on models from the early 2000s to 2013.
These codes commonly appear with ABS and traction control warnings on the dashboard. Despite replacing fuses or relays, the fault often returns—because the pump motor or its internal power circuit has failed.
At ECU Fix, we repair these ABS pumps in-house, eliminating the 5DF0 and 5DF1 faults quickly, cost-effectively, and permanently.
🔍 What Does BMW 5DF0 Fault Code Mean?
The 5DF0 code refers to a failure in the hydraulic unit pump motor. This motor is responsible for building brake pressure inside the ABS system during active braking events or stability control intervention.
A closely related code, 5DF1, points to the pump motor connector—often caused by the same issue: failing internal circuitry or poor electrical contact within the ABS unit.
These faults are typically caused by:
- Burnt or worn-out pump motor brushes
- Internal power relay failure
- Corrosion or overheating at the motor connector
- Dry joints or failed solder points on the ABS PCB
⚠️ Symptoms of BMW 5DF0 / 5DF1 ABS Pump Fault
If your vehicle has this issue, you may notice:
- ABS and DSC warning lights illuminated
- No communication with ABS during diagnostics
- Fault codes 5DF0 and/or 5DF1 stored in memory
- ABS not engaging during emergency stops
- Intermittent warning lights that worsen over time
- Relay or fuse checked, but the fault remains
These symptoms often point to a failing pump motor circuit rather than an external electrical problem.
🛠 How We Repair BMW ABS Pumps with 5DF0 and 5DF1 Faults
Instead of replacing the ABS pump (which can cost hundreds and may require dealer programming), we carry out a full bench repair of the original unit.
Our process includes:
- Testing of the pump motor and control circuitry
- Diagnosis of internal relay, MOSFETs, and connector integrity
- Repair or replacement of damaged components
- Simulation of real-world ABS operation
- Final pressure and functionality testing
- Lifetime warranty included
No coding or adaptation is required after refitting—we preserve your vehicle’s original configuration.
BMW 5DF0 / 5DF1 ABS Pump Repair Service
🚗 BMW Models Commonly Affected by 5DF0 Fault
We regularly repair ABS pumps with BMW 5DF0 and 5DF1 codes in:
- BMW 1 Series (E81, E82, E87, E88)
- BMW 3 Series (E90, E91, E92, E93)
- BMW 5 Series (E60, E61)
- BMW X1, X3, X5 (select early models)
- BMW Z4 (E85, E89)
- Many others with the ATE MK60/MK61 ABS pump
Commonly failing part numbers include:
- 6776068 / 6776069 / 6771825 / 6771826 / 677488 / 6777158 / 6777159 / 34507840966 / 34506777164 / 34516778488 / 34516779891 / 34516771697 / 34516779893 / 34516777162 / 34516778490 / 34506784811 / 34507841233 / 34502283059 / 34507841955 / 34507838390 / 34507838391 / 34516780235 / 34502283157 / 34516775396 / 34516770588 / 34516780237 / 34507841110 / 34506777160
⚙️ Why Choose ECU Fix?
- ✅ Specialist repair of BMW ABS pump motor faults
- ✅ No need for coding or programming
- ✅ Fast turnaround—typically 1–2 working days
- ✅ Lifetime warranty on every successful repair
- ✅ UK-wide courier collection available
- ✅ No fix, no fee—you only pay collection & return shipping if unrepairable
We’re trusted by independent garages, main dealers, and BMW enthusiasts across the UK.
📦 How to Book Your BMW 5DF0 ABS Pump Repair
- Click “Shop Now” to begin your repair booking
- Choose courier collection or send the unit to us
- We test and repair the ABS pump
- Refit and clear fault codes—your ABS is now restored