'02 & '03 ABS issues (and warranty fix)
#17
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Originally Posted by gooder77
did they give any details as to what this "upgraded ECU" consists of? Would folks with reflashed ECUs need to un-marry their AP or whatnot?
anyone know the answer of this yet? I'm thinking the ECU like AP and ECUTek should have nothing to do with it?
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Originally Posted by Impala SS AutoX
Got the letter a few days ago. Unfortunately, they also reserve the right to NOT perform the service if you have substantially modified your brake system.
I'm gonna guess that what I have (STI Brembo fronts, H6 rears, better pads all around) is probably not gonna fly???
I'm gonna guess that what I have (STI Brembo fronts, H6 rears, better pads all around) is probably not gonna fly???
P.S. Nice choice in brake upgrades. We have the same with stainless lines and upgraded fluid...
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The letter says it is the "ABS Electronics control unit (ECU)" so I think it is a seperate item from the engine management ECU, but I don't know the control system architecture well enough to say for certain.
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Originally Posted by slvrsubywgn
Racenut, do you have info on your ABS switch? I'd like to learn more...that's a cool idea.
Note: The ABS light will be lit while the ABS is disabled, but this is just a reminder that you have it turned off.
#22
Originally Posted by psoper
The letter says it is the "ABS Electronics control unit (ECU)" so I think it is a seperate item from the engine management ECU, but I don't know the control system architecture well enough to say for certain.
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Originally Posted by Racenut
I just pulled the fuse and wired a switch with a 10A fuse in it's place. Put the switch in the blank next to the Cruise Control. There are two ABS Fuses, if you want to be able to turn it back on without turning the car off, you have to use the one that's off to the side and below the main fuse panel in the dash. It's harder to get at, but it's worth it for better operation.
Note: The ABS light will be lit while the ABS is disabled, but this is just a reminder that you have it turned off.
Note: The ABS light will be lit while the ABS is disabled, but this is just a reminder that you have it turned off.
Silver mojo, that makes two of us...I'm getting all three of mine done on Tuesday.
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Originally Posted by Racenut
I just pulled the fuse and wired a switch with a 10A fuse in it's place. Put the switch in the blank next to the Cruise Control. There are two ABS Fuses, if you want to be able to turn it back on without turning the car off, you have to use the one that's off to the side and below the main fuse panel in the dash. It's harder to get at, but it's worth it for better operation.
Note: The ABS light will be lit while the ABS is disabled, but this is just a reminder that you have it turned off.
Note: The ABS light will be lit while the ABS is disabled, but this is just a reminder that you have it turned off.
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Looking at the WRX maintenance manual....I see nothing that refers to an individual ABS Brake ECU. The only thing I see that comes close is the ABC Control Module & Hydraulic Control Unit. Behind the passenger side headlight. Basically it's the brain to the ABS relays and solenoids.
I'm out on this one too, JDM 4pots....on an '02. Oh well.....
I'm out on this one too, JDM 4pots....on an '02. Oh well.....