Well, you might have to be sneaky and rewire the bulb holder so it is driven by one of the lights that also does the power up self test each time. They all go out about the same time...

Cut black slate wire at connector C209 pin 20. That is ground path for ABS light, operated by relay or the ABS control itself.

Splice this wire to the white brown wire at connector C208 pin 6. That is the oil warning light, and it is grounded by either the MFU (multi function unit, a timer) or the oil pressure switch. So when oil light is on ABS light is on.

On the other hand you always have the option to repair the ABS. Driving with a working ABS can save you from having a crash. Bypassing the light system to pass inspection probably makes you liable if there is a crash, and the UK is known for not having a shortage of hungry lawyers. Might also be some sort of hefty fine and vehicle impound in some jurisdictions.

Assume the worst - you have a crash, the other vehicle belongs to the wife of a lawyer, your insuance company denies coverage of the modified vehicle, the lawyer goes after your personal assets, retirement, home, college fund, etc.

I do not suggest that you make the above mentioned bypass, it is presented as a theoretical discussion only.

 

It is possible that my info is not correct.
If someone else can confirm that the ABS throws a fault once the ABS module is unplugged then we can call it a bust I think.

 

Thanks for the replies guys, i would rather the system worked and i am trying to make it do so.... but money is tight and the parts are so expensive and if cheating a bit gets me mobile until i can afford to fix it, then i may take that course.
I do realise the possible implications should the **** hit the fan though... and i'll admit it does worry me.

I'm still interested to know if it was just me or my machine that failed to cheat....

Dave

 

Yeah, the UK does tend to take mods a bit more seriously here, especially if you're in an accident.