Why does the ABS stay on on my Honda Element?
I have a 2008 Honda Element EX with 55,000 Km on it. Last weekend I drove it to Home Depot (about a fifteen minute drive from my house). Everything worked perfectly as usual. After about 30 minutes of shopping I got back in my E, started it up and the VSA, ABS, and (!) light came on and stayed on. I noticed no performance issues on the drive home.
How is the ABS light different from the brake light?
The ABS light differs from the BRAKE light as it is usually controlled by a computer module. When this light is on, there are often trouble codes stored to help the owner or a technician diagnose the source of the fault in the anti-lock braking system. The BRAKE light on most vehicles is activated by…
How to fault reset Honda ABS and VSA?
Honda ABS / VSA Fault Reset Procedure: Turn the Ignition switch OFF and take the key out. Short pins 4 and 9 on the OBD connector located under the dash on the driver side. Now put your foot on the brake pedal and hold it down lightly while turning on the ignition switch to position “II” (all the dash lights come on, but don’t start it).
When does the ABS warning light come on?
Anytime a problem occurs in the ABS brake system the warning light gets on. In fact, ABS light stays on unless you fix the core issue. Basically, the warning light alerts the driver that the safety system is no longer active.
What should I use to replace my Honda ABS sensor?
Once the knuckle is reinstalled onto the car, then reinstall the ABS sensor and route the wiring. This will prevent damage to the ABS sensor during knuckle installation. Dorman ABS sensors were used as a replacement. Part number: 970029 and 970028 for the front wheels. Loading…
When does the ABS brake light come on?
If any of the teeth are damaged or missing, the ABS brake light will come on, warning the driver of a problem. The new style ABS systems use a magnetic encoder built into the wheel bearing, and if the wheel bearing is installed backward with the encoder facing out, it won’t take long before your ABS light is on and your stress level goes up.
Why does my Honda ABS light keep coming on?
It sounds like you have a dead battery. The procedure is intended to clear the ABS/VSA error lights that often occur due to a low voltage “glitch” from a dead or weak battery. If you have a weak or dead battery get that fixed before you do anything else.
What is the part number for the ABS sensor?
This will prevent damage to the ABS sensor during knuckle installation. Dorman ABS sensors were used as a replacement. Part number: 970029 and 970028 for the front wheels. Loading…