ABS LIGHT (replaced the sensor)

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Old 09-28-2005, 11:50 AM
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Unhappy ABS LIGHT (replaced the sensor)

My ABS light has been on for some time now. I replaced the rear differential sensor, and reset the computer. LIght is still on. The Brakes work fine, but NO ABS at all. all 4 lock up, so its obviously not working.

Took it to a friend. he did some checking and told me its the module. Said it takes about 20 minutes to change but its pricey. He said around $800.

Any comments from anyone out there? I hate to drop $800, and find out this is not the cuase. Is there anything else I can look for?
 
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Old 09-28-2005, 01:02 PM
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Having started driving 35 years before ABS became common I'm not a big fan of the system. If it were me I would be inclined not to spend the money. But I would want to know two things before following that course:
Will it do any harm to the vehicle?
Is it part of your State's auto inspection requirements (none for me)?
 
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Old 09-28-2005, 01:25 PM
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Abs

When The Abs System Fails Or Has A Problem It Defaults . Meaning You Will Still Have Brakes Just No Abs Thus The Locking Up Will Happen !!! And Yes The Ecu And Hcu ARE Pricey !!!
 

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Old 09-28-2005, 07:34 PM
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What codes were stored?
 
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Old 09-29-2005, 01:07 PM
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Dumb suggestion, but did you check the 5 amp ABS fuse? I'm having problems with my ABS coming on right at the end of the stop so I pulled the fuse until I figure out the problem, but the fuse makes the ABS light and the brake light come on. Maybe this is your problem?

I think it's fuse #25.
 
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Old 09-29-2005, 01:33 PM
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Something I've notcied in other vehicles, when the brake fluid level is below a certain point, the ABS light will come on.

Might not be the case with these trucks, but worthy of mention.

Joey
 



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