Code 1214
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Code 1214
2003 C5 41K miles code 1214 ABS- Solenoid valve relay coil or contact circuit open? have read posts "great" Dealer want's $3,500.00 says I need both EBCM and BPMV replaced,Left message for Brandon @ Absfixer my question is what is a reasonable labor cost to replace both? And where can I purchase a rebuilt BPMV.
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If the only TCS code that you have is C1214 you do NOT need the BPMV. Stealership is trying to put the wood to you to run up their profit.
C1214 can usually be repaired on the 2001 - 2004 C5's. Even a DIY repair if you are up to that:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...r-fleabay.html
There are also many reported instances where the cause of the C1214 was other than the EBCM itself. There are fuses and grounds and even the C5 Ignition Switch which can cause the voltage to the EBCM to be low triggering the C1214.
C1214 can usually be repaired on the 2001 - 2004 C5's. Even a DIY repair if you are up to that:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...r-fleabay.html
There are also many reported instances where the cause of the C1214 was other than the EBCM itself. There are fuses and grounds and even the C5 Ignition Switch which can cause the voltage to the EBCM to be low triggering the C1214.
Check steps 3 and 4 in the attached factory diagnostic. If step 3 fails step 4 says to replace both units. The mechanic more than likely did the test in Step 3 and found the original failure that resulted in the code being set. I would prefer believing somebody to be honest until they prove to me they aren't honest. I doubt there are any rebuilt BPMVs around.
The OP can still try to get the EBCM repaired and save some money but the BPMV has a high probability of needing to be replaced.
Bill
Last edited by Bill Dearborn; 10-03-2017 at 05:52 PM.
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Took my 74 yr old self about 4 hours to pull out the ECBM on 03 Coupe, re-soldier the relay joints, put all back together. So far, about 600 miles later and no 1214 coming up. Thanks to all the How To's on these forums.
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