C0241 code meaning
ABS Warning Lamp Control Circuit
What C0241 means
None of the reachable J2012 tables contain C0241, and a warning lamp meaning is documented nowhere. GM's PIP5094 keyword list includes the number; AA1Car's table of GM ABS codes names it EBCM Control Valve Circuit. Saab used it in the TC/ABS 5.3 system of the first 9-5 model year, 1998, for a bad engine torque limitation signal: if the Trionic engine module has a torque control fault, a break in that line or the brake module carries the wrong engine variant, the engine side sends a fixed 96 percent pulse ratio and traction control shuts down with the TCS OFF lamp lit. The lamp in the title is required by FMVSS 135, which demands a brake warning indicator for any electrical failure of the antilock system. Check which system and maker stored the code before testing anything.
C0241 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 2.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of C0241
- TCS OFF or ABS warning lamp on
- Traction control not working
- Check engine lamp on at the same time when the engine module is the source (Saab)
Common causes of C0241
- PossibleOn Saab 9-5 (1998) open or shorted torque limitation line or throttle fault in the Trionic engine module
- PossibleOn GM vehicles fault in a control valve circuit driven by the brake module
- Less likelyBrake module programmed for the wrong engine variant
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
ABS warning lampInstrument clusterABS control moduleEngine control module
What each part of C0241 means
| C | Chassis system: brakes, ABS, steering and suspension. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 41 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note C0241 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about C0241
What does C0241 mean?
C0241 means "ABS Warning Lamp Control Circuit". None of the reachable J2012 tables contain C0241, and a warning lamp meaning is documented nowhere. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with C0241?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With C0241 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will C0241 fail an emissions test?
C0241 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is C0241 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 2.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will C0241 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.