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.
Inspection Procedure
- CHECK WARNING LAMP ACTIVATION
Make sure warning lamp remains off while driving.
OK or NG
OK: GO TO 2.
NG: Carry out self-diagnosis. Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSIS ".
- CHECK BRAKE PEDAL STROKE
Check brake pedal stroke.
Is brake pedal stroke excessive?
YES: Perform Basic Inspection. Refer to "BASIC INSPECTION ".
NO: GO TO 3.
- CHECK CONNECTOR AND BRAKING PERFORMANCE
- Disable ABS by disconnecting ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector.
- Drive vehicle and check brake operation.NOTE:
- Stopping distance may be longer than vehicles without ABS when road condition is slippery.
- Driving the vehicle with the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) disconnected may induce DTCs in electrical control units using CAN communication. After the inspection, clear all DTCs. Refer to "SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ".
OK or NG
OK: GO TO 4.
NG: Perform Basic Inspection. Refer to "BASIC INSPECTION ".
- CHECK WHEEL SENSORS
Check the following.
- Wheel sensor mounting for looseness
- Wheel sensors for physical damage
- Wheel sensor connectors for terminal damage or loose connections
- Sensor rotor and mount for physical damage
OK or NG
OK: Check ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector terminals for deformation, disconnection, looseness or damage. Reconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) harness connector. Then retest.
NG: Repair or replace as necessary.
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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.
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