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2015 Acura RLX

VSA System - Advanced Diagnostics (Except Hybrid)

2015 Acura RLXSECTION Advanced Diagnostics

DTC 88-12: ABS Activation Time Too Long 

Confirmation Procedure Basic Condition:
  • Battery voltage 6.9 V or more

Operating Condition:

  • 1. Start the engine.
  • 2. Test-drive the vehicle at 31 mph (50 km/h) or more and change lanes a few times.

    (Be careful of the surrounding traffic conditions.)
Execution Regular Diagnosis
Duration About 10 seconds
DTC Type
  • 1 drive cycle
  • ABS indicator on
  • VSA indicator on
  • Brake system indicator (amber) on
  • Brake system indicator (red) on
Fail Safe Action
  • Stop ABS function
  • Stop VSA function
  • Stop EBD function (Dependent upon the conditions)
  • Stop TCS function
  • Stop hill start assist function
  • Stop brake assist function
  • Stop hydraulic brake booster function
  • Stop agile handling assist function
  • Stop ACC function
  • Stop CMBS function
Possible Cause
  • Low air pressure in tires
  • Debris on the encoder surface
  • Different diameter tires
  • Wheel speed sensor failure
  • VSA modulator-control unit internal failure
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.