ABS module

[Devil_CPJ]

I had all the symptoms of a faulty module.....

Pulled the ABS connector and cleaned it with WD put it back and no problem...

Suggest trying that before replacing a $650 module....

CPJ

 

[jond]

Hi, I just had the same problem. The abs connector pins are silver plated. If you look closely, you'll see the that there is some light corrosion on the pins. (look for the difference in the scratch marks where the connector pins have slid off).

Try using a 'connector cleaning spray' available from Dick Smith or any other electriconics store. (Don't use an oil based spray, becuase this will lead to more long team electrical problems.)

I didn't have a spray available but used 1200 grit wet and dry. I very, very lightly rubbed the pins to remove the oxidization.

Also, before you start, remove the battery negative wire and wait a few minutes. This will minimise any chances of the airbags going off. (as per the normal proceedure when working on the electrics of any car these days)

good luck.

 

[gopher]

well on Robs advice i did the test of taking the connector off & the oil light went out.
so i picked up a module from the wreckers with a 7 month warranty for $350 & fitted that.
everything is working good now

thanks for your help Rob much appreciated & probably saved me quite a bit of money. :thumbsup:


one thing that might be worth noting is the module is apparently different for those cars with traction control & those without.
as mine has traction control i had a hell of a time finding a secondhand module to suit.

 

[jerzey1234555]

do u need to do anything else like bleed the brakes if u change the module? as i have read this in other posts if so how? or should i just get a mechanic to do this for me?

 

[gopher]

i just replaced the module on the front of the abs pump
didn't undo any brake lines so no need to bleed brakes
did find taking the battery out made it easier to get to the screws

 

[jerzey1234555]

so u dont have to do the pump assembly just the electrical part? i thought the whole thing had to be replaced

 

[gopher]

the one i got from the wreckers came complete but i just removed the electrical part & swapped them over
much easier than bleeding the brakes

worked a treat

 

[jerzey1234555]

thanx that may make it alot cheaper than going somewhere to get it replaced thanx for the help now just to find a wreckers with an abs module with t/c

 

[jerzey1234555]

just replaced the module today and it works yay its been ages since thats worked properly only paid $385 for the unit as well better than 6 to 800 at holden

 

[smith_email]

Jerzey1234555,

Are you able to tell me where you sourced the ABS module, the one with traction control? Mine is giving the me the same grief that yours was. Thinking of replacing it myself if I can get one in the next week or two ..

smith_email