Code reader/scanner with ABS
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Code reader/scanner with ABS
I own a 2000 ford Excursion. I recently had to replace the master cylinder. I bled all four wheels but there is still significant brake fade when I have to panic stop. I was told that I need a scanner with ABS functions to be able to open up the solenoids inside the ABS module so that I can properly bleed the air out of the system.
I found a couple of code readers/scanners on amazon.com both with ABS capability.
They are Equus Innova 3150 and the 3160 models. Does anyone know if these will allow me to properly bleed my brakes through the ABS module?
I found a couple of code readers/scanners on amazon.com both with ABS capability.
They are Equus Innova 3150 and the 3160 models. Does anyone know if these will allow me to properly bleed my brakes through the ABS module?
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I have never heard of this before, and I have bled the brakes on a lot of newer vehicles.
How are you bleeding them? Absolute worst-case scenario you might need a pressure bleeder to get all the air out, but shops use them for convenience, not because you need one.
How are you bleeding them? Absolute worst-case scenario you might need a pressure bleeder to get all the air out, but shops use them for convenience, not because you need one.
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Andy, I have heard of it. On some GM cars and trucks they would use a Tech 1 scanner to cycle the ABS solenoids when brake bleeding.
For later GM, Ford and Chrysler you need a scanner that can cycle the solenoids, any that I have heard of cost around $1500 but may be available cheaper now.
For later GM, Ford and Chrysler you need a scanner that can cycle the solenoids, any that I have heard of cost around $1500 but may be available cheaper now.
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I have sent 2 emails to the company EQUUS that makes the two scanners I mentioned in my previous post to ask them if there models will allow me to cycle the solenoids inside the ABS module. I have not received a response yet so I may call them in California today after they open. Both models I speak about are listed as having full ABS functions. If anyone can chime in with additional help it will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Robert
Thanks,
Robert
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Were you able to bleed the brakes properly with the Innova scan tool?
Andy, I have heard of it. On some GM cars and trucks they would use a Tech 1 scanner to cycle the ABS solenoids when brake bleeding.
For later GM, Ford and Chrysler you need a scanner that can cycle the solenoids, any that I have heard of cost around $1500 but may be available cheaper now.
For later GM, Ford and Chrysler you need a scanner that can cycle the solenoids, any that I have heard of cost around $1500 but may be available cheaper now.
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