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ABS/Brake/TC Lights-Grrr!

Old Nov 14, 2010 | 09:31 AM
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Just got my first Range Rover, it is a 1997 4.6 HSE. When I got it the ABS/Brake/TC light on the dash were stuck on, and only was getting front braking. I pulled and checked all the fuses and relays. Now, when it is running the ABS, and Brake light immediately come on, then the brake light goes out. After a few seconds the Brake light comes back on, with an error message of "low brake fluid", and I get an "ABS fault" error message in my dispaly panel. The brake fluid is not low. But, still only getting the front brakes, no rear brakes, I can tell this by the rust on the back rotors, and the extremely hard braking. Any clues? I would really like to resolve this issue myself. Am wondering if there is any way to test the ABS pump? Any other things I can check, or look for? I would really appreciate any help.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 10:39 AM
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No since trying to guess, go have a good Rover tech, not the dealer run the codes and see what is wrong.
Let us know what you hear.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 12:23 PM
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I agree with taking it to the tech guy. I like to try and figure things out myself, however, am pretty much at the end of what I can do here. One thing I did check, is there is voltage going to the main red/black wiring on the pump. Is there another sensor somewhere that tells the pump to "turn on"? As the pump doesn't seem to be pumping, even with voltage.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 01:13 PM
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not sure what happened 2 my post. but i posted a link to the RSW Solutions website which has the ABS amigo for your truck that can help you diganose the code for yourself.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 02:36 PM
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Well, after searching threads a little more, I have discovered my ABS pump isn't pumping. It gets power, the wiring, sensors, etc., are good, but, no juice in the pump. I removed the black plastic cover where the wires go in, and did confirm that the pump is getting voltage. So, guess I better find an ABS pump, or figure out how to rebuild mine. I saw a web site that had a breakdown on it, so may look into that. Else, will have to buy a pump,
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 01:20 PM
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PROBLEM SOLVED: After isolating the problem to the ABS pump, I replaced it, and now all the brakes work great. Thanks for all the input.
 
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