top tip: once you're done, use a laptop connected to the OBD-II port and FORScan to do the car's brake bleed procedure (select you've replaced the ABS pump). Bleeding manually will get it most of the way there, but the car bleeding its own brakes has the pedal the best it's been since new. Plus it's cool to watch your car bleed its own brakes, ha.
Literrally just died on me while driving. Drove about 5 miles then noticed it started to get to the floor on the first pump but held pressure if I stopped and pumped. Had me thinking I lost a pad or something to justify the bleeding you described to a T. Thank you for this video, helped me out 2yrs after you posted. Now I can get a replacement and be less concerned about a crazy expensive purchase.
Thanks, the pump is hard to source. Found on eBay, worked well for about 3-4 year, now pedal back down to floor. All else new. ABS activates just fine but not a situation for short legs. Great video and hidden gem of information for finding the real pedal fade problem.
I wish I found this sooner. Been to at least six different shops and out over 2k with issue still happening. I can’t imagine what a shop would cost for this repair. Dealership(s) were zero help.
Glad to be of some help, it's a little tricky to do the repair, but it can be done and you're right about repair shop cost. Hope you can get it done. Brakes work perfect after this repair is done.
This was very helpful. I swapped out the pump today and it seems to be working better now. Having said that: how did you figure this out while not knowing that you'd need to bleed the brakes after performing a repair that obviously would require the brake system to be bled???
I was unable at the time to find a new one , unless from the dealer. So, I ordered a used one on good ol" Ebay. I was lucky to find a good dealer who guarrenteed it to operate properly with a 30 day warrantee. It has been over a year since I installed the used pump and it has been just fine ( Knock wood) If you want I'll look up the auto recycling yard I bought it from. Good luck on your repair.
I kinda have the opposite problem. When I tried flushing my brake fluid, I couldn't get any fluid to come out. Does the ABS module have anything to do with it. I did have the battery disconnected.
With the abs pump and module removed on the push start model. steering lock has engaged is this normal when abs unit is removed from the vehicle? Thanks fellas
Yes, you will still have ABS and brakes, but the peddle will be soft and slip some before the brakes take hold. A bit of a problem if you need to "Jack" on your brakes..... still operable but not the safest.
@@stevestv3852 I also have hill assist and traction control working fine... I replaced the abs module with a used one.. and the symptoms are the same and nothing has changed... is it possible that I picked up another bad abs module? Thanks for quick reply.
@@SamVieiraGuitar If you have changed the ABS module, then that is not what needed replacement ..... you need to change the ABS pump, which is connected to the module. you will see this explained in beginning of video. also if it was the pump you changed then you need to bleed brakes once you have installed the replacement pump and full pedal will return. if not and the pump was used then chances are 50/50 it could be bad also.
@@stevestv3852 sorry need explaining,I replaced the whole abs unit, and yes, did a lot of bleeding with the diagnostic tool and nothing changed. Thanks man, like you said im ready to set my car on fire hahaha
I have a 2016 with a pedal with a similar problem, it hasn't been the end of the world but i just changed my breaks, rotors, and rear calipers and it seems way more noticeable now😂 Do you think even though this is advice for earlier years do you think this might work for me too?
Thanks for watching the video, I hope this information helps you. Chances are 99% that this is your problem. contact me if you have any questions. Also please subscribe to Steve's TV
Howdy, I've just replaced the ABS pump on mine and I'm trying to bleed the rear brakes and there doesn't seem to be any end in sight. The air just keeps on pumping through. Any ideas? This wasn't happening prior to putting on the replacement ABS pump. Cheers
Hate to say it but it may be the replacement pump is bad, you're taking in air from somewhere. Unless you see a fluid leak in lines, I'd say pump is bad.
If your old one was defective then you'll still have an issue, but you can drive it. I'd look for a good replacement. Very sorry about the delay in responding.
@@stevestv3852 thanks Steve and no need for the apology, I appreciate the help. You know what I was doing wrong? As I was in a hurry, I was undoing the bleed nipple too much which was letting air in behind it which was causing the neverending flow of air. Just something I'd highlight in case someone else is reading this who's doing the same thing. My brakes are still a bit soft, but I'm feeling confident I'm making progress. I've ran out of time to work on the car so it's going to my mechanic Saturday and he can deal with the rest lol. Thanks again.
top tip: once you're done, use a laptop connected to the OBD-II port and FORScan to do the car's brake bleed procedure (select you've replaced the ABS pump). Bleeding manually will get it most of the way there, but the car bleeding its own brakes has the pedal the best it's been since new. Plus it's cool to watch your car bleed its own brakes, ha.
Worthy input ... Thanks
Literrally just died on me while driving. Drove about 5 miles then noticed it started to get to the floor on the first pump but held pressure if I stopped and pumped. Had me thinking I lost a pad or something to justify the bleeding you described to a T. Thank you for this video, helped me out 2yrs after you posted. Now I can get a replacement and be less concerned about a crazy expensive purchase.
I'm glad the video was helpful and thank you for watching and subscribing. Good luck.
Thanks, the pump is hard to source. Found on eBay, worked well for about 3-4 year, now pedal back down to floor. All else new. ABS activates just fine but not a situation for short legs. Great video and hidden gem of information for finding the real pedal fade problem.
Perfect, I'm glad it helped and thanks for watching. please like and subscribe.
Not hard to find on eBay at all.
Thanks Steve! Been trying to solve this puzzle for a long time.
Awesome that is great to hear, glad we could help. Please subscribe so you won't miss any future videos.
Always informative and a sneak peek at the '53 van doesn't hurt a guy! Love it.
Top job guys
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed please like and subscribe if you haven’t already. :)
Excellent video... now to find out where I can get just the pump!
I found it on Ebay and it was Guaranteed. Look for salvage yards.
You got a sub homie! Great stuff!
Thank you so much, Glad you enjoyed the video.
I wish I found this sooner. Been to at least six different shops and out over 2k with issue still happening. I can’t imagine what a shop would cost for this repair. Dealership(s) were zero help.
Glad to be of some help, it's a little tricky to do the repair, but it can be done and you're right about repair shop cost. Hope you can get it done. Brakes work perfect after this repair is done.
Thanks for the information
Thanks Billy, hope it goes well with your repair.
This was very helpful. I swapped out the pump today and it seems to be working better now. Having said that: how did you figure this out while not knowing that you'd need to bleed the brakes after performing a repair that obviously would require the brake system to be bled???
Oversight, but not a deal breaker. Thanks for watching and please like and subscribe
Thanks so much for the info!
You are welcome and good luck
What does it mean? When it says break pumps default in meter ?
Not sure so I'll not be able to help... Sorry about delay in responding.
Dear god, can’t believe I didn’t think of this. Is it in the same location for a 2011 fiesta?
Yes I do believe it is, Good luck and thank you for tuning in.
What is a good source for the pump? All I see is the dealer or the used market.
I was unable at the time to find a new one , unless from the dealer. So, I ordered a used one on good ol" Ebay. I was lucky to find a good dealer who guarrenteed it to operate properly with a 30 day warrantee. It has been over a year since I installed the used pump and it has been just fine ( Knock wood) If you want I'll look up the auto recycling yard I bought it from. Good luck on your repair.
I kinda have the opposite problem. When I tried flushing my brake fluid, I couldn't get any fluid to come out. Does the ABS module have anything to do with it. I did have the battery disconnected.
found needed the car to be running to bleed properly.
@@The911nutthe car should not be running while bleeding.
With the abs pump and module removed on the push start model. steering lock has engaged is this normal when abs unit is removed from the vehicle? Thanks fellas
In all honesty, I'm not sure, Anyone out there know about Push button start symptom?
@@stevestv3852 got the abs pump and mod back on turns out it does lock the steering on the push starts, safety I guess
I'd say it is in the ABS pump, it's not releasing the fluid. Thanks for watching.
Does the abs still works even if one of the solenoids is stuck open?
Yes, you will still have ABS and brakes, but the peddle will be soft and slip some before the brakes take hold. A bit of a problem if you need to "Jack" on your brakes..... still operable but not the safest.
@@stevestv3852 I also have hill assist and traction control working fine... I replaced the abs module with a used one.. and the symptoms are the same and nothing has changed... is it possible that I picked up another bad abs module? Thanks for quick reply.
@@SamVieiraGuitar If you have changed the ABS module, then that is not what needed replacement ..... you need to change the ABS pump, which is connected to the module. you will see this explained in beginning of video. also if it was the pump you changed then you need to bleed brakes once you have installed the replacement pump and full pedal will return. if not and the pump was used then chances are 50/50 it could be bad also.
@@stevestv3852 sorry need explaining,I replaced the whole abs unit, and yes, did a lot of bleeding with the diagnostic tool and nothing changed. Thanks man, like you said im ready to set my car on fire hahaha
yes, ABS still comes on, but pedal almost to floor
I have a 2016 with a pedal with a similar problem, it hasn't been the end of the world but i just changed my breaks, rotors, and rear calipers and it seems way more noticeable now😂
Do you think even though this is advice for earlier years do you think this might work for me too?
Thanks for watching, and yes your vehicle would fall into the same category. If your pedal is doing the same thing, then this should solve it.
What about a 2010?
Hi thanks for watching, yes a 2010 is the same. Have a nice day.
I have a similar problem. I've just bled the brakes and it stops the car but feels sloppy. the pedal continues to travel when fully compressed.
Thanks for watching the video, I hope this information helps you. Chances are 99% that this is your problem. contact me if you have any questions. Also please subscribe to Steve's TV
Howdy, I've just replaced the ABS pump on mine and I'm trying to bleed the rear brakes and there doesn't seem to be any end in sight. The air just keeps on pumping through. Any ideas? This wasn't happening prior to putting on the replacement ABS pump. Cheers
Hate to say it but it may be the replacement pump is bad, you're taking in air from somewhere. Unless you see a fluid leak in lines, I'd say pump is bad.
@@stevestv3852 OK, thanks Steve. Do you think it's worth putting the old one back on or send back the replacement unit and go again with another?
If your old one was defective then you'll still have an issue, but you can drive it. I'd look for a good replacement. Very sorry about the delay in responding.
@@stevestv3852 thanks Steve and no need for the apology, I appreciate the help. You know what I was doing wrong? As I was in a hurry, I was undoing the bleed nipple too much which was letting air in behind it which was causing the neverending flow of air. Just something I'd highlight in case someone else is reading this who's doing the same thing. My brakes are still a bit soft, but I'm feeling confident I'm making progress. I've ran out of time to work on the car so it's going to my mechanic Saturday and he can deal with the rest lol. Thanks again.