Does anyone know if I need to, and if so how, bleed the brakes after swapping out the abs module? With the five lines all just threaded in I see no way to bleed unless it is at the wheel.
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Does anyone know if I need to, and if so how, bleed the brakes after swapping out the abs module? With the five lines all just threaded in I see no way to bleed unless it is at the wheel.
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Isn't that how you bleed brakes? At each wheel starting from the one farthest from the master cylinder?
Bart
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The shop manual says that after reinstallation you must bleed the brakes completely.Originally Posted by dietz99vcross
After installing the hydraulic unit, bleed brakes
completely. Refer to Bleeding Brake Hydraulic
System in this section.
It's in section 5C-9 and is quite extensive.
Last edited by Mile High VX : 02/22/2013 at 07:48 AM
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the last time I replaced my abs unit I bled the brakes. I also had new calipers installed, but I would think you are introducing air to the system so bleeding them would be a good idea.
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Jamas, I would be curious when you get the rebuild in to see if the wiring on the bottom of unit is beefier than the original. I noticed this on mine, but thought it might just be a variance in manufacturing.
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Hello, I own the pearl white VX. The ABS light just came on, and I was given the bad news that it will cost $4,000 to replace. Based on what I've read, it seems that there are several much less expensive options. Is there any consensus on the best approach to reducing the financial impact? Are there any problems associated with just driving as is? Thanks for this potential great news.
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In this thread go to post #49 and read from there. My ABS is out as well and like has been said does not affect the driveability of the vehicle. I almost pulled it yesterday and sent it off, but with snow coming I'll need it this weekend. I do plan on having my unit rebuilt in the near future.
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Dude I'm so sorry to hear that, if I were you I'd just let me take your damaged VX off your hands.
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For $49 and a lifetime warranty, and now several owners have had this same company do it and it works, I can't see any down side. Isuzu currently lists the ABS module at about $2,900 for a new one.
Didn't realize you've had your VX so long. I'm just curious, are you original owner or how'd it find it's way into your garage? How many miles do you have on it?
Any pics you could post?
Just went to the Petersen museum in Los Angeles on Saturday and saw the VX-02. Was great to see!
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First of all, you do not need ABS. Many people prefer to drive without it. This especially true about ABS designed in the 90's, which weren't all that great even when it worked "welll". The trick is in being able drive it now like a non-ABS car!
Second, any mechanic who is ofering to fix ABS for $4000 on a car that is worth $6000-$8000, is not looking out his customer's best interest. Most mechanics are aware about cheap rebuild options for many electronic components. Good mechanics will offer it to you, lazy mechanics will not want to wait for the rebuilt cycle (or deal with redoing the job if the rebuild unit fails) and they would offer the crazy, new OEM price! I would stay away from such lazy mechanics...
As for a cheaper solution, this forum has everything you need to know to come up with it
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Yes, I bought the VX new in Denver in late 2002, and have really enjoyed it, especially since my wife HATES it. Oh well, small victories. Currently it has about 93K on the clock, and has been pretty much trouble free.
I'm going to my mechanic this morning to see if he will remove the ABS unit and replace it when I get it back. I am not now nor have I ever been mechanically inclined, so trying to do this myself is out of the question.
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**Before you have the module removed*** read this:
I know it's a lot of reading, but worth it!
I asked if there's any difference driving w/o the MODULE. See post #47 in this thread. "xcelr8" said there was definitely a difference, hard turning was a "jarring nightmare".
** Remember we're not talking about if it's better to have ABS function or not, but simply if there's any difference when the ABS MODULE is removed.**
A better idea for you is to get yours into the "domino run" thing several here are doing. Starts at post #47. "Mile High VX" recommended the same thing.
Basically it's so no one has to drive W/O the MODULE, as it doesn't drive the same w/o it.
Some one with a spare unit sent it to be rebuilt, but the next guy actually pays for the service and once he receives the rebuilt one, he sends in his dead unit to be rebuilt for the next in line. …etc…etc….
Post #64 has the details. Ask "JAMAS" (Jon) where he is with his.
Rebuild service on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/110784352777...84.m1438.l2649
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I am waiting for mine to arrive back from the repair place. According to UPS it should arrive tomorrow. The turnaround time on these are pretty great!
I believe Fuzzy is next in line, however. You will have to contact him after he gets his fixed.
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Jamas,
Keep us updated as to the results.
Really curious to see how many positive reviews there are on the service.
Thanks!
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How much time should it take to remove and reinstall the unit upon rebuild. And what is the estimated module rebuild turnaround time?
Thanks for the information bestowed in the earlier posts.
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