ABS code C1214 fixed under $70
09-05-2009, 08:36 AM
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ABS code C1214 fixed under $70
My '01 was often posting the "Service Anti-Lock Brakes, etc, etc " message, code C1214. I spent some time cleaning grounds, checking wires, but it kept returning. The ECBM (electronic brake control module) needed replacement - or repair. I went with a repair service in Minnesota that has good feedback from Corvette owners link here. I took out the ECBM and sent it by priority mail ($9). They fixed it the day it arrived, and sent it right back. It's working perfectly now. They get $60 for the repair, give a lifetime warranty, free return freight. It's a 3-person shop so communication is very direct. Hats off to these guys - great job! 
09-05-2009, 08:50 AM
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My '01 was often posting the "Service Anti-Lock Brakes, etc, etc " message, code C1214. I spent some time cleaning grounds, checking wires, but it kept returning. The ECBM (electronic brake control module) needed replacement - or repair. I went with a repair service in Minnesota that has good feedback from Corvette owners link here. I took out the ECBM and sent it by priority mail ($9). They fixed it the day it arrived, and sent it right back. It's working perfectly now. They get $60 for the repair, give a lifetime warranty, free return freight. It's a 3-person shop so communication is very direct. Hats off to these guys - great job!
I did mine @ www.absfixer.com and it was a little more but same result!
Many will find this helpful - thanks for the write-up
Thanks,Matt
. His reputation is worth the extra though.
09-06-2009, 10:28 AM
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When I looked at the absfixer website the repair cost was $300 - I see it has now been reduced to $150 for the Delphi EBCM - better, but still 2-1/2 times the fee of the shop I sent mine to (Digital Speedometer Service digitalguy_1@charter.net). Their feedback is good too - including Corvette owners. I sent pms to verify how they are holding up - got positive answers. Take care, Dick B
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09-06-2009, 03:24 PM
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Race Director
I have seen this on Ebay and wondered about it. Thanks for the write up on it. I may have to take advantage of his offer.
09-06-2009, 04:59 PM
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CI 6,7,8,9,11 Vet
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Very COOL! Someone giving good service and charging less. VOLUME is better for business!
09-08-2009, 07:23 PM
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Burning Brakes
Just to go along with this thread, I just got my EBCM fixed for $50!! I couldn't believe it. I kept seeing everyone talk about costs from $150-350 for fixing these, and I thought that was good. I then saw on ebay ATE (auto and truck electronics) was fixing them for $50, with a lifetime warranty. I also saw they had favorable posts to their work so I gave it a shot. I got it back today and no more lights. It isn't my original EBCM, but that doesn't matter to me. I like the fact that I have no more lights and a lifetime warranty if a problem comes up. I took it out for a ride and everything is working as it should. If you are looking for an inexpensive means to fixing your abs and traction control, this is it. Good luck guys!
09-08-2009, 08:43 PM
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If you get the warning for "service abs, tc, and ah", and get a code, how do you know that the code isn't indicating the problem vs. getting the ECBM fixed?
I'm getting the "service" warning more and more, with a code of C1226 and C1222. They're always History by the time I check them. Does that in itself indicate it's nothing serious, or what the codes are indicating?
I'm getting the "service" warning more and more, with a code of C1226 and C1222. They're always History by the time I check them. Does that in itself indicate it's nothing serious, or what the codes are indicating?
09-09-2009, 08:37 AM
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help...
DTC C1222 means the RF Wheel Speed Sensor Input Signal is 0
and C1226 means the RF has Excessive Wheel Speed Variation
...if there is an "H"(history) suffix shown after these codes & you reset/erase these 2 codes and they don't come back on...there may have an intermittent problem...but if they come back & stay on:
you might try this solution:
Wheel Speed Sensors
Codes C1221 thru 1228 indicate that one of the wheel speed sensors is either sending a bad signal or no signal. Start by checking the connections. The wheel speed sensors are integrated into the wheel bearing/hub assembly. The wire coming out of the back is the connection for the wheel speed sensors. Verify that the connector are not broken, damaged, or corroded in any way. Pay particular attention to the female end.
The wire coming out of the wheel speed sensor connects to and 18" jumper harness, then to the main harness. It is very common for people to have a weak female pin in one of those connections. If all of that checks out good, swap the jumper harness from side to side. For example if the left front is bad, swap it over to the right front. And install the good one from the right front to the left side. Then clear the trouble code. If the trouble code is now on the right side, you know the wire harness is the problem. If the code is still on the left side after swapping the jumper harnesses, you know the problem is inside the wheel speed sensors.
and C1226 means the RF has Excessive Wheel Speed Variation
...if there is an "H"(history) suffix shown after these codes & you reset/erase these 2 codes and they don't come back on...there may have an intermittent problem...but if they come back & stay on:
you might try this solution:
Wheel Speed Sensors
Codes C1221 thru 1228 indicate that one of the wheel speed sensors is either sending a bad signal or no signal. Start by checking the connections. The wheel speed sensors are integrated into the wheel bearing/hub assembly. The wire coming out of the back is the connection for the wheel speed sensors. Verify that the connector are not broken, damaged, or corroded in any way. Pay particular attention to the female end.
The wire coming out of the wheel speed sensor connects to and 18" jumper harness, then to the main harness. It is very common for people to have a weak female pin in one of those connections. If all of that checks out good, swap the jumper harness from side to side. For example if the left front is bad, swap it over to the right front. And install the good one from the right front to the left side. Then clear the trouble code. If the trouble code is now on the right side, you know the wire harness is the problem. If the code is still on the left side after swapping the jumper harnesses, you know the problem is inside the wheel speed sensors.
09-09-2009, 03:17 PM
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Burning Brakes
09-09-2009, 07:32 PM
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Burning Brakes
1217 and 1243 are both codes relating to the BPMV. So I am guessing you would have to start there. There is info on the forum that tells you how to do some tests to see if it is operating correctly or not. I have seen that 90% of the time it is the EBCM. Good luck to you guys. There is a wealth of knowledge on this forum.
09-10-2009, 12:34 PM
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Burning Brakes
1217 and 1243 are both codes relating to the BPMV. So I am guessing you would have to start there. There is info on the forum that tells you how to do some tests to see if it is operating correctly or not. I have seen that 90% of the time it is the EBCM. Good luck to you guys. There is a wealth of knowledge on this forum.
09-18-2009, 10:12 PM
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Well this is what mines doing right now. Waiting until in the morning, having to skip the foot ball game 
but i need to get this issue fixed. Mines flashing all the same codes and has been doing so progressively since i took it to the track with mt ET streets on it and it wheel hopped BAD in second. Putting it up on jack stands tomorrow to go through the whole system. Thanks for the post, this makes me feel a little better about this situation. 300 bucks is hard for a college kid to come up with sometimes haha.
but i need to get this issue fixed. Mines flashing all the same codes and has been doing so progressively since i took it to the track with mt ET streets on it and it wheel hopped BAD in second. Putting it up on jack stands tomorrow to go through the whole system. Thanks for the post, this makes me feel a little better about this situation. 300 bucks is hard for a college kid to come up with sometimes haha.
