Service ABS and other problems
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Intermediate
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From: Columbus Georgia
Service ABS and other problems
My Service ABS, Traction Control, and Active Handling indicators keep coming on. But only after it rains. I keep my 2001 Vert under carport and keep it dry. But never the less, after it rains, I drive it the next day and the same service light pop up. What can i do to stop this? It drives me crazy and it worries me to drive it like this.
Race Director
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From: Scarborough ME
My Service ABS, Traction Control, and Active Handling indicators keep coming on. But only after it rains. I keep my 2001 Vert under carport and keep it dry. But never the less, after it rains, I drive it the next day and the same service light pop up. What can i do to stop this? It drives me crazy and it worries me to drive it like this.
Heel & Toe
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From: Granada Hills CA
Is this message normal because I get the same message saying "Service Traction Control/ Reduced Engine Power". But I turn the car off and back on, it runs normal. I clear the message with the reset button, but I'm worrying if it's serious or something minor like a sensor.
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Is this message normal because I get the same message saying "Service Traction Control/ Reduced Engine Power". But I turn the car off and back on, it runs normal. I clear the message with the reset button, but I'm worrying if it's serious or something minor like a sensor.
Racer
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From: Port Orange FL
Mine started doing it after a FAST intake and LS2 TB were put on. I am not sure if there is a relationship there or not. But I am getting alot of codes though the ones that seem to matter the most are:
U1301
U1255
U1040
U1016
U1064
U1176
U1088
I was told it was a data link issue..???
U1301
U1255
U1040
U1016
U1064
U1176
U1088
I was told it was a data link issue..???
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From: Granada Hills CA
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From: Columbus Georgia
Ok 8VETTE7, I will have to wait till those warnings come up again. They usually come on after it rains. Thing is, Theres no rain in sight. I guess i could go wash it down and see if that works.
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From: Columbus Georgia
Yes, I had a battery I had to keep charging. I had a new Double Din Radio installed and thought it was bringing the battery down. I later had it tested and found out it had a bad cell. I have since replaced the battery, and no more problem. This was several months ago.
That DIY fix might come in handy. I Believe it will happen again soon. And Thanks for all the help. I really Appreciate it.
That DIY fix might come in handy. I Believe it will happen again soon. And Thanks for all the help. I really Appreciate it.
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From: Tulsa OK
I've had the same problem on an intermittent basis for some time. I've checked the codes, checked ground connections and replaced a questionable battery. Last week after being forced through some very rough road construction the dreaded "Service ABS, Traction Control, etc." alarm came in. It has been constant and is the only code (C1214 H C) that will not reset. I've bought a 25watt soldering iron as I felt the 100/140watt gun was a little too much and some high silver content solder. I'm heading down with jacks and timbers so I'll report back if I can locate any survivors.
Okie
Okie
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From: Tulsa OK
Tuesday evening I removed the EBCM on my '02 to inspect for cold solder joints as outlined in previous Forum posts. Using various combinations of extensions, drivers, swivels, etc. on my T20 Torx bit I was able to remove the module. Again, as others have mentioned, getting the unit apart without doing additional damage was a big concern. Wednesday evening I attempted to redo the solder connections without doing any damage which was especially tricky since they all looked good. I reassembled the EBCM and buttoned everything back up last night. This afternoon I fired it up and all alarms cleared. After making several stops, everything is working as hoped. Now it's just wait and see if I actually fixed something or it was just a temporary reprieve.
Thanks to all who have gone before me.
Okie
Thanks to all who have gone before me.
Okie
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From: Columbus Georgia
Finally Fixed the Problems
Ok, Finally had time off from work to work on the Vette. I looked for the relay at that Digikey website. But they had NONE. It took me about an hour searching the web for someone else that sold that relay. Finally came across Newark/Element 14 (www.newark.com). Found the relay T7NS5D1-12 price:$1.61 each. Delivered in 2 or 3 days. Worked on putting the relay in, soldered it in, following the steps in the above reply, installed, Worked Perfectly. Uninstalled to reapply Silicone and seal. Installed next day, All is well. Thanks to all for your help and guidance. Hope this new website helps others with there relay. www.newark.com
