ABS Light Stays On, What To Do?

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  • ABS light stays on in car. How ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes) work and what to do if they have problems and aren't working, DIY with Scotty Kilmer. Anti-lock brakes (ABS) location, inspection and diagnosis. DIY Car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +118

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    • @juanaranda9265
      @juanaranda9265 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Scotty Kilmer SCOTTY WE LOVE YOU MAN! From Jay out of good ole' HOUSTON TEXAS! Off 45 & Beltway 8 thx been SUBSCRIBED to you for a few years now! when I lived in Corpus Christi, Tx ! I became a fan and Ive seen all of ur vids, whenever I have a problem with my car or SOMEONE else does I refer to ur channel on TH-cam! Thx brother keep up the great work ! And remember to like& subscribe! To the "SCOTTY KILMER.com"

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      thanks for the support!

    • @tricat92
      @tricat92 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      where is the link for common sense? i have some friends that need some quick

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Common Sense Link:
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    • @CRAIGYMAN64
      @CRAIGYMAN64 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scotty Kilmer I've been watching you for so long now! My father says he used to listen to you on the radio? I really need your help!!!! My wife and I are looking into buying an SUV our max budget unfortunately is $3000 I've been out of work for medical, but I would love to know what you recommend! I want something safe and reliable for her. She says she prefers awd or 4x4 but it isn't a must as we live in San Antonio. I really hope to hear back from you God bless!

  • @jesvvs1152
    @jesvvs1152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1273

    All I needed to hear was I can still drive

  • @FSmithSE1
    @FSmithSE1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    ANOTHER OUTSTANDING "SCOTTY KILMER AUTO MECHANICS MADE SIMPLE SHOW" VIDEO. SCOTTY GIVES YOU THE REALITY OF AUTO MECHANICS, MIXED WITH HIS HUMOR, YEARS OF EXPERTISE, AND COMMON SENSE APPROACH. SCOTTY HAS THE PASSION AND ENTHUSIASM WE ALL NEED WHEN WE TACKLE THESE AUTO REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE JOBS.

  • @slugo7649
    @slugo7649 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Scotty, man I remember you on one of our local TV station here in Houston. I must admit you have help me and my family out so much. Thank you sir for posting your knowledge it just helps to know that there is an honest mechanic in town. (Thanks for the good work)

  • @hax0rz100
    @hax0rz100 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I love Scotty's car fix videos. He has a mastery over fixing cars to a degree rarely seen. He's saved me some money fixing my 2000 lexus es300 w/ 147k miles myself

    • @captainobvious6025
      @captainobvious6025 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      he doesn't fix anything...LOL Oh, you were being sarcastic, my bad

    • @tomgreene7942
      @tomgreene7942 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a new car. Mine have twice those miles. LOL

  • @briangingras5886
    @briangingras5886 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Thanks Scotty you told me what I wanted to hear if the ABS light is on it just means it goes back to normal breaking and I could deal with that instead of having to pay to get it fixed

  • @a.t5716
    @a.t5716 6 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Bought a new, used car for girlfriend. The abs light came on a week later. She was freaking out. I said don't worry baby, I'll fix it. After watching this video I put the car on the lift, popped the hood, spun the tires, pulled the fuse and drank some more coffee. Abs light went out and girlfriend thinks I'm a genius. Thanks bro. Subscribed!

    • @browny5124
      @browny5124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Did you at least get laid ?

    • @nikole404
      @nikole404 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol

    • @JRJUNIOR215
      @JRJUNIOR215 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      GENIUSE LOL WILL CAR STILL PASS ENSPECTION IF FUSE PULLED

    • @robertnordeen6989
      @robertnordeen6989 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great. Didn't want to wait for Scotty to answer me. I pulled the fuse one time and a mechanic got all upset. To bad. I like normal brakes.

    • @davidhall3747
      @davidhall3747 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JRJUNIOR215 It depends on your State. If its a safety inspection- it could fail the inspection. The ABS System has nothing to do with an Emissions Inspection.

  • @ashleesmith7814
    @ashleesmith7814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you so much. My ABS light just came on and I was driving my car. Now I feel safe enough to drive it with my daughter until I get to the mechanic next week. Thank you so much.

  • @codychaney8167
    @codychaney8167 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    He is so cheesy but so very smart and personable and I respect everything about him and I love how easy understanding the videos are. Thanks scotty!

  • @k.w.4068
    @k.w.4068 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Scotty Kilmer is the BEST mechanic on TH-cam. Thank you!

  • @elizabethleslie-veganinava2466
    @elizabethleslie-veganinava2466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks Scotty. I have a 2003 Chevy Astro Van which had the ABS Module and pump replaced less than three years ago. I haven’t been driving it much the last week but lots of rain here visiting my parents. ABS light came on yesterday after sitting 3 days a. Needless to say I am not thrilled but after researching and watching this video I am relaxed now :)

    • @srmyrm
      @srmyrm ปีที่แล้ว

      i hope ABS module failure not cause the normal breaking system

  • @user-vd9fz5ey9m
    @user-vd9fz5ey9m 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    You could explain that if the light is on you can pump the brakes to help avoid locking the wheels up. You know like how people drive cars before ABS saved us all

  • @commentsrmymiddlenam
    @commentsrmymiddlenam 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    was panicking when I saw my ABS light turn on, this video really calmed me down.

    • @ninestar1874
      @ninestar1874 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is bmw 1999 rs1100 abd unit pin 25 and pin21..?

    • @kingofthepod5169
      @kingofthepod5169 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just bought a ranger whose abs light came on. Tire discounters said the module couldn't read a rear sensor which told me that the rear sensor was bad. Then tire discounters told me I didn't have a rear sensor. Moral of the story? Go online first.

    • @betod3113
      @betod3113 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Okay I don't get it what he means do does it take off??

  • @jessicahayden1415
    @jessicahayden1415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I got my abs module for my 07 Camry from the salvage yard for $100. Installed it myself and it works great!

  • @tistricky8340
    @tistricky8340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I had my ABS modular rebuilt by a place in Mexico. Can't remember the name of it, found em on the internet. It was very reasonable, and worked great the whole time I owned the car.

  • @brendastinson7701
    @brendastinson7701 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for the no nonsense explanation. Makes perfect sense.

  • @carlosleon9652
    @carlosleon9652 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Scotty! Greetings from Frisco Texas! I’m a new fan of yours. I think so far I have watched more than 50 of your videos. They have been very helpful as well as entertaining! Keep up the good work!

  • @jacedaace01
    @jacedaace01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanx Scotty for this...really put my mind at ease with your advice & guidance!!!

  • @BryanG830
    @BryanG830 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This helped me out big time. My car has the abs brake light on but still stops. Thanks for helping me understand.

  • @cfrighteousness6972
    @cfrighteousness6972 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your pretty cool with your statics , you make your videos interesting to watch , even if sad , your able to fix that with a smile , good work bro .😎

  • @johnsmall5288
    @johnsmall5288 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Up here in New England we have salted roads and rust. My ABS system was normal but traction control engaged the right hand brake around turns. This was about 1 minute after I picked the car up after alignment. They had replaced a broken stud. They were unable to look at it and when you turn on dry pavement and you skid alarm beeps you can't live with that. They couldn't tell me what wheel the stud was replaced. I found the new stud and it was opposite the wheel that had the problem. I pulled the sensor and found a ton of metal filings stuck to the ABS Sensor magnet. That must have given incorrect wheel speed and caused the anti skid to kick in. Blew out the sensor, the hum and for good measure popped the axle nut and blew out rust there. You are right Common Sense is a valuable tool. Impact tools probably broke rust free in the hub. Thanks for the videos they get you thinking, and enjoyable to watch.
    John

  • @wxfield
    @wxfield 6 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    If it's a Chevy and the ABS light comes on..relax. Its just Chrevy's way of telling you that the vehicle is out of warranty.

    • @Dcc357
      @Dcc357 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      No, that would be the washer fluid reservoir light. Almost half the GM cars I've worked on have leaks from them!

    • @bmelo909
      @bmelo909 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      lol my ABS light on my Impala always comes on every now and then...no biggie

    • @limeyosu2000
      @limeyosu2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      exactly my chevy truck had it on for the 8 years I owned it! I didn't have the money to have it looked at. My current car is 10 yeara old and that light has never came on!

    • @qualitylandscapeandhauling7942
      @qualitylandscapeandhauling7942 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@limeyosu2000 I have a 2006 chevy silverado. The abs light just came on. I bought it used for $4k....2 weeks ago. What year was your truck ?

    • @Ashroyer86
      @Ashroyer86 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never had a Chevy with abs lights on. However the Ford in my yard has an intermittent 1 and the dodge has a constant 1. Which dodge I guess didn't use specific abs codes at least for 01. So when it happens in a Ford or dodge its just reminding you it's a pile of junk. The Ford has more problems than any car I've had. The dodge you can't find parts for and it was behind technology for its time.

  • @LiamAlex11B
    @LiamAlex11B 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow! Thank you so much for that. You answered every question I had. Very precise and to the point. And you did the whole video without talking down to anyone as well.

  • @Shwalker07
    @Shwalker07 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The abs on my 87 Toyota Supra never gave me any problems and works great. It is also a 3 channel system so it uses a sensor in the transmission for both the rear wheels which is very cool for a early style abs system.

  • @TheDeez29
    @TheDeez29 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks scotty I am having this problem and was scared of brake failure but now I know I can drive it any way until I hunt down the problem thanks for the piece of mind

  • @marylamb6063
    @marylamb6063 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Scotty, thanks to you I cleaned a couple of sensors and my pickup no longer has ABS disabled. I always start with connector cleaner if I don't have a fancy scanner. Loose connections have been responsible for 40% of my vehicle problems.

    • @johnannaburke1625
      @johnannaburke1625 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just think the car would still be parked at the shop

    • @451oneandonly
      @451oneandonly 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's true..makes alot of sense to start with the least expensive issue that could cause a problem. Most mechanics won't tell you that because that would be like robbing themselves of a paycheck.

  • @sapphirejan2040
    @sapphirejan2040 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks soooo much for breaking that down.

  • @CorrosiveColin
    @CorrosiveColin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know this is an older video but I just bought a used 2000 4Runner and the ABS light so I figured I'd see how to fix it and of course you, THE Scotty Kilmer, have already made a video on it. Been watching for a week now... and now I'm finally subscribed. What a legend.

  • @maikal87
    @maikal87 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    really love your video and how simple it is to understand the way you explain it.

  • @lukemartin7029
    @lukemartin7029 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Knowledge is power Scotty.

  • @vprmax7700
    @vprmax7700 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You just made my day thanks !! I was so stressed out omw to work

    • @baldy194859
      @baldy194859 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      as long as you can stop than don't worry about the ABS light !

    • @budweiserbundy1525
      @budweiserbundy1525 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lloyd Dailey Thank you Lloyd... my ‘02 Tahoe has had the ABS light on since I got it. Brakes perfectly fine... just got a bit paranoid cause man I hate spending big money on simple repairs.

  • @shaneburnamann7607
    @shaneburnamann7607 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was born in Houston my friend all my family is there I would love to thank you in person! I have learned so much from you

    • @DjGlyden2023
      @DjGlyden2023 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      im in houston by hobby and feel the same. good info from scotty.

  • @ChowKnives
    @ChowKnives 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi from Canada. Great video, please never stop making them.

  • @drbrono
    @drbrono 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The ABS light came on in my 2003 Toyota Sienna that has nearly 200,00 miles. I wasn't going to worry about it too much as I was going to get rid of it in the upcoming year, but had it in the garage for them to take a look at something else. They came to me and asked if I knew that my ABS sensors on the rear wheels were just hanging there. I said I had no. They put them back in and the ABS light went off and all was fine for a little while. The ABS light came back on and I crawled underneath the vehicle and saw they had fallen out. I assume whatever had held them in had rusted away (I live in the northeast and the van has lived outside for its entire life). I glued them in with some e6000 glue and they have been fine.

  • @richard1835
    @richard1835 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Your using my scan tool. Hooray!!

  • @p.k.808
    @p.k.808 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow learned something new.
    Thanks!!
    I Watch all your videos and recommend them to friends.

  • @biggstackmac6758
    @biggstackmac6758 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hes my go to guy i love the stress relief knowledge

  • @izzysworld6815
    @izzysworld6815 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    dude, you are totally awesome. And hilarious and extremely informative. I watch this video as soon as I saw that my ABS brake lights came on and guess what, I was freaking out. But I am not anymore. Thank you go Astros

  • @ccmaster86
    @ccmaster86 6 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    I don't even have ABS on my 2001 Honda CRV. Just enjoy watching Scotty talk about cars!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Thanks for the support 👍

    • @mikeericks3112
      @mikeericks3112 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ccmaster86 me too

    • @mikeericks3112
      @mikeericks3112 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Scotty Kilmer I especially like the videos about Mercedes bent , notice I miss spelled it because I hate those cars and also the drivers that goes for bmw to the ultimate puking machine even if I was rich I still wouldn’t drive one .

    • @timothyhinton5665
      @timothyhinton5665 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2001 and no abs? Wow! My 1995 Honda Odyssey has abs

    • @Shwalker07
      @Shwalker07 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      My 87 Toyota Supra has abs and work great :)

  • @dfx2dfx250
    @dfx2dfx250 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you scotty and your mini youtube classes on how to fix car problems so thank you Scotty we love you in California have a great day

  • @brettpinnelli
    @brettpinnelli ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This really helped! Thank you for not making the video confusing

  • @gabrielalamberti5860
    @gabrielalamberti5860 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you. I also have an old car with the ABS light on. But after your video I feel more knowledgeable and will drive carefully when it rains cause I don't have the money to fix it.

    • @funnypranker34
      @funnypranker34 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Gabriela Lamberti I learned to drive in a car with no abs

    • @pibitoladron3968
      @pibitoladron3968 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here no money to fix it so I gotta drive like a 70 year old grandma

  • @tomimartin6406
    @tomimartin6406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    THANK YOU! This was the ONLY video that explained the abs light easily! 😳

  • @armorcavalry8804
    @armorcavalry8804 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Scotty, you have help me out a lot for the past three years with my vehicles. I'm a retired army for 26 yrs and sure you are veteran yourself, I now live in a small island of samoa and dont have luxury to auto shop. Anyways, i have a second truck which is a 2007 nissan titan with security light blinking even with the key out and its been sitting for 6 months. i want to bypass the immobilizer but dont know how. oh and no worries about anybody stealing its a small island. and it only cranks but no start with light still blinking, so can you help the brother out. Thanks

  • @kingbolen_official
    @kingbolen_official 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Scotty,you are always share quick fix video.Let everything looks easy.
    Thank you very much!

  • @ohtwo23
    @ohtwo23 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My abs light would intermittently cone on in my 01 4runner. Didn't bother me until the battery light came on as well one day deep into the woods. Knew it was the alternator then. Changed that out and never seen a light since.

  • @EricFortuneJr.
    @EricFortuneJr. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    A lot of times if it’s showing a wheel speed sensor fault, unplugging that particular wheel speed sensor and cleaning the corrosion and dirt off of the male and female connections can solve the problem. Where I live whenever there’s a tidal flood people like to drive through the saltwater that’s on the roads not knowing how much damage they’re actually causing.

    • @ricksimpson2167
      @ricksimpson2167 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eric Fortune Jr. ,,, Do you know what a,,,,. Ringtone,,,, Is on a car,, ??? Or where it is located,,,. ???

    • @Saint696Anger
      @Saint696Anger 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good point thanks!

    • @kriswingert1662
      @kriswingert1662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most 2002 to 2007 GM vehicles had bad wiring harness's for the ABS from the wheel and up. Common issue due to thin wire used by the GM contractor they used. Stepper motors for the cluster go bad as well and have led to accidents and tickets due to people not knowing their true speed. Class action suit was filed and GM replaced clusters on vehicles 7 years from manufacture or 70k, which ever came first.

    • @jamesritch5245
      @jamesritch5245 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's good to know definitely going to try doing that to mine hopefully that's all it is

    • @camilamedinacubillos9201
      @camilamedinacubillos9201 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How can I know where is the speed sensor please

  • @fixiteasy3053
    @fixiteasy3053 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Scotty ...Always you are the best.Thank you so much.

  • @glantrider
    @glantrider 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so glad your channel has grown so much👍

  • @itsmenotyou5799
    @itsmenotyou5799 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    good to know.thanks

  • @gordonness74
    @gordonness74 6 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    On my Ford truck my ABS lights came on 4 years ago and got quoted $800 to fix it from the dealer. Been driving fine ever since....
    Normal mechanical brakes do the job fine

    • @Frankie431
      @Frankie431 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Taylor Hennesey same 😭

    • @Karpaneen
      @Karpaneen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yeah. Normal brakes are even better if you know how to drive in slippery roads. Sometimes ABS even unnecessary lenghtens the braking distance.

    • @antondelosreyes3360
      @antondelosreyes3360 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup. Same with my friend. Driving a Jeep for four years with abs lights on. Never had a problem. Didn’t want to spend the $600 to get it fixed. More so if it’s $800. Works fine for him.

    • @JENSENWINTERS
      @JENSENWINTERS 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you really wanted to get the light off for maybe 10$ of less. There is a abs line under the passenger side dash in fords, unplug it and connect the male prong to a alligator clip connect Ed to the negitve terminal on the battery for 10 minutes. 90% of the time this works

    • @Lincolnator721
      @Lincolnator721 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I almost got in an accident because of ABS too. In some cars, ABS seems sensitive. It'll put you in a spin.

  • @pratushsingh
    @pratushsingh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir Your spirit, liveliness and enthusiasm 👏👏🙏🏻

  • @EPW97
    @EPW97 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you are very fine man telling me how to fix the abs on my van.god bless you.

  • @powcar91
    @powcar91 6 ปีที่แล้ว +600

    If your ABS light comes on, go to the gym. Time for a workout to get ABS.

    • @DG-br6zi
      @DG-br6zi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      powcar91 worst joke ever

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +147

      these are the kind of jokes you come up with if you spend too much time at the gym...

    • @MrRohanThomas
      @MrRohanThomas 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      actually its not that bad

    • @praveensharma3456
      @praveensharma3456 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      powcar91 good one...America needs it, almost every female's got a fat ugly stinky belly....hahahaha

    • @AlexMixUp
      @AlexMixUp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      How did my car know I am out of shape and need to go to the gym? Must be the sensors in the seat...

  • @narrowurethra182
    @narrowurethra182 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    On the topic of abs, it's a good idea to explain what abs is to new drivers and how the brakes will sound and feel real weird when the abs activates so kids don't panic the first time they slip a little.

  • @oldedrum
    @oldedrum 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You ARE the man, Scotty! 👍

  • @gta4162
    @gta4162 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scotty u help out alot with your videos. Short and straight to the ponit

  • @michaelelliott289
    @michaelelliott289 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well, well, always love your videos, Scotty. Nowadays you can buy a fairly cheap scan tool to get the answers you want. I bought one for around 70 bucks to help me pin point the bad wheel sensor. Keep up the good work Scotty my boy! :D 101st

    • @larryvaughn5843
      @larryvaughn5843 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What brand/model scan tool did you buy that tells details about the ABS?

  • @subwayhello
    @subwayhello 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Also, check the brake fluid level... if its low put some fluid in and get the pump checked out.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Fluid level drops as your brake shoes or pads wear, adding brake fluid is NOT recommended as it will end up all over the place when you have the brake shoes or pads replaced and the pistons are pushed back to their original position. If you have to add brake fluid for any other reason you have a leak, the system is sealed, so if you are losing brake fluid there's a leak. Unless your brake shoes or drums are pretty worn down, the fluid level in the reservoir shouldn't be very low.

    • @lifepresent3183
      @lifepresent3183 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We need more people who help out in the topic, like ya'll and less people actting like kindergardners.

  • @johnkatopodis7878
    @johnkatopodis7878 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou for your great tutorial on ABS. .your mech tips always helpful..Australia 👍

  • @hailejames2638
    @hailejames2638 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scotty you always have th answers to my questions and I appreciate you for your vast automotive knowledge ~ I'm a single woman with limited funds & resources ~ you have made it possible for me to continue driving my old jalopy for an extended amount of time and I thank you from th bottom of my heart 😊

  • @JD-hy6yc
    @JD-hy6yc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh thank the lord mine has been on for a couple months now. My brake fluid is black as hell, I think that could be contributing to the problem

  • @ChrisM-kf4rp
    @ChrisM-kf4rp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    On my 2002 GTO the dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree . Everything worked fine .Took it to a dealer . Diagnosed abs module , the box of electronics that bolts to modulator . $ 1200 . I said just unplug the thing and I'll drive with no abs , like every other car I've ever owned . The mechanic said if I do that the main computer will read that the brakes have failed and the car won't start . So I just drove it to a wrecker and bought a used one . $ 150 . All the lights were still on . The wrecker said the computer had to be re- booted . Back to the dealer $ 200 for a re- boot . Had the car another 5 years before selling it . Never had another problem with it. I hate modern cars and damned computers for everything . ps . I'd like to know if the dealer was truthful about the engine not working if I unplugged the module . The wrecker said it was BS .

    • @UsefulEntertainment
      @UsefulEntertainment 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Chris M I would've told the dealer I'm here to trade in for a 69 or 70 Model year lol

    • @ChrisM-kf4rp
      @ChrisM-kf4rp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alex Y , that's what I think too . I think the dealer was lying to sell me the $ 1200 unit . The dash lights glowing bright red drove me nuts . That's the main reason I fixed it . I don't give a damn if the abs works .

    • @ChrisM-kf4rp
      @ChrisM-kf4rp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Useful Entertainment , new cars are undoubtedly safer and more reliable but I do miss the simplicity of the old girls . A 69 Mustang or Camaro would be nice .

    • @kain452005
      @kain452005 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coulda just pulled the fuse..

    • @BruceLyeg
      @BruceLyeg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The dealer was lying. The car will start, drive and brake just fine without the ABS. All you had to do was pull the fuse and leave it out. The ABS and brake light would stay on but the car would function fine. You just wouldn't have ABS.

  • @FrederickDunn
    @FrederickDunn 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My ABS light came on while driving home through a snow-storm last weekend. Great feeling when you're 7 hours from home. You nailed it, $1,700.00 plus installation. I live in the snow-belt, so going with no ABS isn't a very good choice. Thanks for the outstanding explanation. BTW, it's a 2007 Honda Element. I'm still hanging on with that one.

  • @ericharmon5075
    @ericharmon5075 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scotty, thank you. Your TH-cam channel is great

  • @OneAuto
    @OneAuto 6 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Ahhh Scotty you has the fuse removed. I thought we were gonna get to see you fix it.

    • @DankMemesForAngryTeens
      @DankMemesForAngryTeens 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      One Auto, he did. He put the fuse back in

    • @luminositymusic3810
      @luminositymusic3810 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      One Auto, maybe.. click bait. I still think your right. And smart-

    • @sashoxxx
      @sashoxxx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's a Toyota, you have to really work hard in sabotaging it for something to fail or stop working.

    • @richardolsen6476
      @richardolsen6476 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Darksyne funny I got a Ford with an abs light on right now

    • @rsattahip
      @rsattahip 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You could sit around for a long time waiting for a Toyota to break on its own.

  • @angeel4498
    @angeel4498 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bro I did not know he was from houston , I need to find this guy I live in Houston also .

  • @ceasarross3226
    @ceasarross3226 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK U SCOTTY, YOUR THE MAN.

  • @phillipcoffman2510
    @phillipcoffman2510 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks again Scotty for a great video

  • @laneb9458
    @laneb9458 6 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    Anyone else's car just fine they just like watching scotty?

  • @ange714gu
    @ange714gu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    We need to save all this man videos in a memory card. In case the internet breaks or something 🧐

  • @kevanhollidge164
    @kevanhollidge164 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Scotty, I've been driving for 60 years, in the early days without ABS you adapted to the road conditions.
    I'm out in Cambodia now, driving a Ford ranger XLT, my ABS light is on at the moment, I'll get my head in gear and try a few of your suggestions my friend 🙏🏼

  • @babyhueyhulk1985
    @babyhueyhulk1985 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the MAN! Scotty!

  • @jimh.5286
    @jimh.5286 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We've got a 1993 Honda Accord EX with an ABS light on. Since it's OBD1, I assume that the fancy diagnostic scanners wouldn't be much help...correct?

    • @danh2134
      @danh2134 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think there is a way to erase it with a paper clip , there might be a video somewhere on youtube

    • @cartoonist1975
      @cartoonist1975 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah flash code car . You can use the paperclip method and if you don't see them dangling there either tucked in or you'll have to unclip them from there female connection. On the passenger side under the dash. Should be a blue connector. Once you unplug it from its connector home you can insert the paperclip first then put the ignition in the on position

    • @jimh.5286
      @jimh.5286 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      With OBD1, when the blue connector is jumped (with a paperclip) will the car flash an error code showing specifically what's wrong with the ABS system, or does it only flash codes about engine problems?

    • @economycollapse6546
      @economycollapse6546 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      1993 doesn't have OB2 port, buy cars without ABS system.

    • @jimh.5286
      @jimh.5286 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where were you when I needed you in 1993?

  • @elbob17
    @elbob17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Of all the videos I've watched on the subject matter today, this is the one I wanted to see.

  • @Passionate747
    @Passionate747 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Scotty Kilmer very nice video you help us a lot to save money.

  • @bradvanhemelryck2860
    @bradvanhemelryck2860 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Hey Scotty- how about giving away this scan tool on the next Mechanic Monday!😀

    • @randycornwall6393
      @randycornwall6393 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brad Van Hemelryck you and I both wish there not cheep

    • @My5780ta
      @My5780ta 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s a $700 -$1200 scan tool

  • @magicrobharv
    @magicrobharv 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great info!

  • @PlastikJesus1
    @PlastikJesus1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir!!! Ive been watchin ya for years and I lo e your tips and tricks. Saved me alot of money over the years.

  • @ROMANEMPIRE69
    @ROMANEMPIRE69 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Scotty. Older mustang has had this problem for years.

  • @shineonnent.7951
    @shineonnent.7951 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I wish u stayed in chicago cause these auto shops here are monsters a guy told me 4k for a rebuilt dodge magnum 3.5L transmission smh

    • @illstplaya
      @illstplaya 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shine Onn ENT. Is your car the 5 speed or the 4 speed? If it's the 5 speed, check your trans fluid level. It's very important on the 5 speed trans. Too much fluid and too little fluid will make the trans very unhappy. If the level is good, then go and check your transmission computer. If it is filled with transmission fluid, clean it out with maf cleaner, NOT electronic cleaner and let it dry overnight. After this you need to replace your pilot bushing. Even if there's no fluid in the trans computer it's still a good idea to replace the pilot bushing. If that still doesn't do anything, then you need to replace the conductor plate in the trans. It's above the valve body. The 5 speed is very reliable mechanically. Almost always the conductor plate is the problem. Also even when you replace the conductor plate you may have to clear the error codes otherwise the problem will remain.

    • @economycollapse6546
      @economycollapse6546 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Next time don't buy a dodge buy a mitsubishi, their super reliable Japanese vehicals.

    • @vin-deedwards5826
      @vin-deedwards5826 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You lucky in Texas 8k

    • @shrestharajesh
      @shrestharajesh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shine Onn ENT. I know what you meant

  • @Wolfhound.
    @Wolfhound. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    fun fact i have a 2000 model avalanche and the abs failed in a way that i had no brakes till i disabled the abs systems electrical ie: pulling the fuse and unplugging the actuator

    • @zuilok
      @zuilok 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      that sounds like a problem worthy of a recall. On my BMW E36 my ABS failed but my brakes still work just fine 5 years later.

    • @UsefulEntertainment
      @UsefulEntertainment 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      zuilok I had an 01 regal gs, & an 04 impala. Same problem, same solution. Must be a Gm thing.

    • @kain452005
      @kain452005 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The wheel hubs are prone to rusting in the "salt belt" area of the US.. The rust pushes the sensor out the hub.. Terrible design.. Easier to just pull the fuse.. I did that in my 01 Tahoe

    • @BruceLyeg
      @BruceLyeg 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep. Same thing on my Santa Fe. The brake pedal would push up so hard it would kick my foot off of it. Pulled the fuse about 5 years ago. Been good ever since. Had to learn to live with the ABS and brake light on though. Mine was caused by a cracked tone ring. I need to change the CV axles now so I'll put the fuse back in when I do them.

    • @kriswingert1662
      @kriswingert1662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most 2002 to 2007 GM vehicles had bad wiring harness's for the ABS from the wheel and up. Common issue due to thin wire used by the GM contractor they used. Stepper motors for the cluster go bad as well and have led to accidents and tickets due to people not knowing their true speed. Class action suit was filed and GM replaced clusters on vehicles 7 years from manufacture or 70k, which ever came first.

  • @JoeyTheMango
    @JoeyTheMango 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Scotty, thanks for all your videos. I learn so much about cars :) (y)

  • @IIMetalMaskII
    @IIMetalMaskII 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this has been VERY helpful

  • @AxelSqueeze
    @AxelSqueeze 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey scotty what do u do to prevent mice from getting into the car and causing damage?

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      stop leaving cheese in your car overnight

    • @mjlsx376
      @mjlsx376 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Moth balls

    • @keidilim12
      @keidilim12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If you want to get rid of mice, use some decon.

    • @miguelruiz2288
      @miguelruiz2288 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Roasted

    • @Paulman50
      @Paulman50 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      moths don't have balls.

  • @ozzstars_cars
    @ozzstars_cars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Who needs all that fancy technology. That's why I drive an '87 Ford Ranger.

  • @ChasingYonci
    @ChasingYonci 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Super useful info!

  • @evanjohnmo
    @evanjohnmo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this channel. I wonder what his views are on those oil additives like Lucas and such. The demo device is pretty cool, but does it have the same effect in an engine. Do they really do what they claim to do?

  • @Fireship1
    @Fireship1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    ABS pumps are a pain to change. They always seem to be in a tight place and it's never fun to remove six corroded flare nuts from that tight place. The lesson here is don't be a mechanic in the north east US!

  • @TonyDenton
    @TonyDenton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I want to know how (if possible) to turn OFF the ABS light on my '96 Bonneville since the ABS problem will cost more to fix than it's worth. I don't want to keep seeing the light.

    • @burtsuarez8237
      @burtsuarez8237 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Get a masking tape at Home Depot and tape it over 😂

  • @patrickcatacutan7097
    @patrickcatacutan7097 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    THNKS KILMER!!! I WAS SO WORRIED ABOUT ABS SYSTEM ^^

  • @tonysas3840
    @tonysas3840 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video really helped

  • @adkn
    @adkn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Video got uploaded like 15 minutes ago and it still have so many comments.

  • @johndoe-ie1be
    @johndoe-ie1be 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I use black electrical tape !

    • @millerkiller6496
      @millerkiller6496 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rodney Brand Well you don't really see white electrical tape, so it isn't lol.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too, not worth the money to fix, and in my case rear ABS only isn't useful for anything in the first place...course ABS, traction control, stability control, etc. is nothing more than a safety nanny that let's people who have to business behind the wheel drive :(. Most of my vehicles don't have any safety features at all, and guess what, nothing fails in them because there's no damn computer to fail. Air, Fuel, Spark, that's all I need in my vehicles to get going, I did upgrade the brakes a while back as the brake pads that were on it along with the discs and drums were horrible from the beginning...don't buy cheap brakes or brake parts, at some point you will want to stop LOL.

    • @joevignolor4u949
      @joevignolor4u949 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Be careful. If you drive a car like that and have an accident your insurance company can claim you were driving a car knowing it had "defective brakes" and deny your damage or liability claim.

  • @antonioreyes8752
    @antonioreyes8752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou for ther good explication.

  • @Oscar-ve3ci
    @Oscar-ve3ci 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Muchas Gracias; Ya podré manejar mi carro sin sentirme preocupado...
    Bendiciones Scotty 🙏🏻

  • @UsefulEntertainment
    @UsefulEntertainment 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    ABS? I thought that ment my car had a 6 pack under the hood like an old Mopar...

  • @Filip777
    @Filip777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    None of your intro cars have working abs though

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      they did, but I disconnected them so they'd make cool noise for the intro.

    • @Filip777
      @Filip777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scotty Kilmer seems legit :-)

  • @craiglee6007
    @craiglee6007 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    "..maybe 4 times in the last 40 years." So true. I had to chuckle (also long time Houstonian). Thanks for the tips!

  • @Jah7878Jah
    @Jah7878Jah 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Scotty!!!