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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998FORESTER S, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
1998 Subaru Forester S, Automatic
Anti-Lock Brake System
1998 Subaru Forester S, AutomaticSECTION Anti-Lock Brake System
- Identification
- Description
- Operation
- Bleeding Brake System
- Self-Diagnostic System
- Circuit Tests
- Diagnostic Tests
- Test 1: Wheel Sensor Open Circuit Or Input Voltage Too High
- Test 2: Wheel Sensor Short Circuit
- Test 3: Wheel Speed Sensor Signal Problem
- Test 4: Inlet Solenoid Valve Problem
- Test 5: Outlet Solenoid Valve Problem
- Test 6: Abs Control Module Problem
- Test 7: Low/High Supply Voltage
- Test 8: A/T Control Problem
- Test 9: Valve Relay Problem
- Test 10: Motor &/Or Relay Circuit Problem
- Test 11: Stoplight Switch Problem
- Test 12: "G" Sensor Output Voltage Problem
- Component Tests
- Removal & Installation
- Adjustments
- Pre-Inspection
- Torque Specifications
- Wiring Diagrams
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.