how to check abs codes

[tom4bren]

IIRC, it's not 12 flashes. It's 1 flash, then pause, then 2 flashes to get a reading of 12. I'll have to go back & re-read it but yes, it's that simple to read the codes (in theory - I've never done it).

[zadam123]

ok i have done it, (just have to say i love this board!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) here is what happend. it flashed once then pause then twice for a cycle then it flashed once,paused then 5 more times a few cycles then back to the one and 2 flashes. if i am correct it is code 15 wich says power voltage drop.

my question is now . what does this mean and how is it fixed?
is there anyway this could have been caused by the femoval of my front axel or is it just dumb luck it happend right after that was done. (when the front axle is done the front drive shaft does have to come out)

[deermagnet]

Could it be flashing code 51 instead of 15?

Mark

[zadam123]

Could it be flashing code 51 instead of 15?

Mark

your the man, i think your right, here is a video of it http://youtu.be/-3_yDVNT4FU it was in the middle of a cycle when the video started so you have to watch a while

[tom4bren]

First, I'd disconnect the battery for 30 minutes which should cause the computers to re-set.

If the light is still on, I'd start checking all of the connectors that run from the sensor on the wheel to where they go into the computer. Actually disconnect them & apply some connector lubricant before you reconnect them.

Do the computer re-set thinggy again.

If light is still on, then I'd say that the wheel speed sensor was damaged by your mechanic.

Edit:

Mark, glad you joined in on this. I'd pretty much exploited all of my histerical knowlege on the subject & was about to move on to recommending that he just pull the ABS bulb.