1214 Code - EBCM being rebuilt this week by ebay vendor
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 392
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From: Springfield Virginia
Ok guys..the unit was installed this morning by the stealership for $100
Code went away and it was also wet outside so i let her rip and sure enough traction control and ABS worked perfectly.
Was informed by other vette members that their codes have come back so I'll keep you guys updated. They do offer a "lifetime" warranty so thats a good thing.
Code went away and it was also wet outside so i let her rip and sure enough traction control and ABS worked perfectly.
Was informed by other vette members that their codes have come back so I'll keep you guys updated. They do offer a "lifetime" warranty so thats a good thing.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 367
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From: San Diego, CA
thx
Thanks for the update!
I'm on the fence if the price is worth taking the time to argue with the dealer or not... my only convenient dealer is pain that I have had to argue with before
(they told me I cut out the screen on my MAF on my 02 Z06... I had to show them pics of a GM engineer displaying the new MAF for 02.....)
I'm on the fence if the price is worth taking the time to argue with the dealer or not... my only convenient dealer is pain that I have had to argue with before
(they told me I cut out the screen on my MAF on my 02 Z06... I had to show them pics of a GM engineer displaying the new MAF for 02.....)
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 242
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From: Boulder, CO
I diagnosed my C1214 problem as a bad EBCM. I removed the module and sent it to Auto & Truck Electronics, who rebuilt it for $325 + shipping and a lifetime warranty. I put the unit back in Saturday (in 5 degree temp.!), turned on the ignition, reset the C1214 code, and started the vette. I have finally fixed it, hopefully, since I now have no codes, no warning lights and no DIC messages. By the way, what an ordeal removing this unit. Many, many scratches and gouges in flesh getting the screws removed and reinstalled. But so far, it's worth it, and I'd definitely recommend it. 
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 392
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From: Springfield Virginia
I diagnosed my C1214 problem as a bad EBCM. I removed the module and sent it to Auto & Truck Electronics, who rebuilt it for $325 + shipping and a lifetime warranty. I put the unit back in Saturday (in 5 degree temp.!), turned on the ignition, reset the C1214 code, and started the vette. I have finally fixed it, hopefully, since I now have no codes, no warning lights and no DIC messages. By the way, what an ordeal removing this unit. Many, many scratches and gouges in flesh getting the screws removed and reinstalled. But so far, it's worth it, and I'd definitely recommend it.
I was like "fark it" than got the dealership to do it
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 392
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From: Springfield Virginia
I chose the vendor because of their reputation on ebay (100% feedback) and if a unit goes bad, they will fix it with the lifetime warranty.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Magnolia Greens NC
EBCM Repair Sources
The most common code for a faulty EBCM is C1214 - "Sol Valve relay Contact or coil CKT Open". This code is set when the system voltage is less than 8 volts for 0.23 seconds...The DIC will display "service abs, active handling & traction control"....REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT/INSTALL guidelines with photos are available for diy-ers by PM'ing me with your email address. Here are the best sources to have your EBCM rebuilt instead of purchasing a new one from GMpartsdirect or Fred Beans(for $650):
Call Brandon @ ABS Fixer
877-648-7530
or: www.absfixer.com
$150. plus ups (warranted lifetime)
Circuit Solutions
Price: $375 + return shipping
Warranty: 5 years
Website: http://www.modulemaster.com/
Auto and Truck electronics
Price: $425 + return shipping
Warranty: Lifetime
Website: http://www.autoecu.com/
Call Brandon @ ABS Fixer
877-648-7530
or: www.absfixer.com
$150. plus ups (warranted lifetime)
Circuit Solutions
Price: $375 + return shipping
Warranty: 5 years
Website: http://www.modulemaster.com/
Auto and Truck electronics
Price: $425 + return shipping
Warranty: Lifetime
Website: http://www.autoecu.com/
Last edited by trussme; May 12, 2007 at 08:48 AM. Reason: add helpful info
