Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Ford Contour SVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 455 (Anti-Lock Brake System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Anti-Lock Control
- Notes
- Special Tool(s)
- Material
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: No Communication With The Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) Module
- Pinpoint Test B: DTC C1186 - Abs Power Relay Output Open Circuit And B1317 And B1318 - Battery Voltage High/Battery Voltage Low
- Pinpoint Test C: DTCS C1145, C1155, And C1230 - Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Failure
- Pinpoint Test D: DTCS C1148, C1158, C1229, C1233, C1234 And C1237 - Wheel Speed Sensor Coherency Fault/Signal Incorrect
- Pinpoint Test E: DTCS C1095 And C1096 - Abs Hydraulic Pump Motor Circuit Failure/Open
- Pinpoint Test F: DTC B1485: Brake Pedal Input Circuit Battery Short
- Pinpoint Test G: DTC C1414: Incorrect Module Design Level
- Pinpoint Test H: DTC C1187: Brake Fluid Level Input Circuit Open
- Pinpoint Test I: Check For Correct Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) Module Operation
- Anti-Lock Control
- Removal And Installation
Factory Service Tools
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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.