???how do i get the black module off the abs unit?????

[vs commo]

hi guys i have a 97 vs and im in the process of replacing the abs module and after looking for answers here everyone ive looked at has said that the black part just pulls off once uve undone the screws.ive undone the screws and have pulled them apart to find that there is a plastic electrical part of the module stuck to the pistons on the alloy side.is there a trick to it or do i just have to replace the whole lot???any help will be great

[hako]

From your description, you appear to be trying to remove the ABS modulator, not the ABS module which is located behind the drivers kick panel.

[Z2TT]

There is a separate ABS Computer? or is this the BCM we're talking about?

[vs commo]

the abs module is the unit that is in the engine bay isnt?r u talking about the body control module?my abs light stays on which seems to be a common problem which is the bit i need to replace?

[hako]

the abs module is the unit that is in the engine bay isnt?r u talking about the body control module?my abs light stays on which seems to be a common problem which is the bit i need to replace?

The ABS module (not the BCM) is the device that issues commands to the ABS modulator and is located in the drivers compartment as previously mentioned - from the sound of it you are removing the wrong part....if your ABS light is on, you should first check that all the ABS wiring is in place and not damaged. Also check the individual connectors to each wheel are plugged in at each wheel - it's not uncommon for them to get dislodged. Another item that gives trouble is the connector to the ABS modulator which is in the engine compartment and the one you have been trying to remove. Water can get into the connector and corrode the connectors - to check simply remove the connector and inspect.
The ABS module that you want to replace will rarely fail........
There is a "how to" on checking for ABS fault codes in that section and if you perform that check (very easy) it 'may' tell you exactly what is wrong.

EDIT: here is the ABS fault code test - please do this as I'd hate to see someone kill themselves because their brakes failed. ABS Error Codes