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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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TBC failure

I was hoping someone might be able to help me. My brakes completly went out when I tried to stop and a "TBC fault" indicated. I was able to get the truck stopped but as soon as I let off the brake pedal the fault goes away but still no brakes. I have no fluid leaks and the fluid level is good. I have no idea what TBC fault is. Any help mwould be appreciated.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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The TBC is your Trailer Brake Controller. No way related to your trucks brakes. If you have no fluid leaks I'm guessing your master cylinder is shot.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:30 PM
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Thanks for the reply. The master cylinder and both front calipers were replaced about 2 months ago. I know that anything can go out at any time, is there any fuses that might control this?
 
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:33 PM
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You can pull the Fuse for the trailer brake controller. Look in your owners manual for that.

Maybe a collapsed brake line? Your problem is definitely not electrical it's mechanical. Nothing electric can cause the brakes to completely fail.

I found this if its some help on getting rid of the TBC Fault.

TBC Fault - Diesel Forum - The Diesel Stop.com
 
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:44 PM
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Thank you. I am glad I found this site. And again thank you for the quick response. I am going to trouble shoot the brakes and worry about the fault after I get it home. Thank you.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 07:55 PM
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No problem. Good luck and don't hesitate to ask anything else.
 
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