Brakes - ABS Lamp ON/Intermittent DTC's Stored

04-026

May 11, 2004

Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED

ABS Indicator Comes On With DTCs 15, 16, 17, 18, 43, and/or 44

SYMPTOM

ABS indicator comes on with intermittent rear ABS sensor code(s).

PROBABLE CAUSE

Moisture in the sensor.





VEHICLES AFFECTED

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the appropriate rear wheel ABS sensor.





PARTS INFORMATION





WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Failed Part: P/N 57475-SDA-A03
H/C 7269681

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 03205

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

DIAGNOSIS

Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the DLC (data link connector), and check for DTCs.

^ If DTC 15, 16, 17, 18, 43, and/or 44 is stored, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

^ If another DTC is stored, refer to the 2003-04 Accord Service Manual for the appropriate troubleshooting.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the rear wheel of the affected side.





2. Locate the rear wheel sensor and disconnect the connector.

3. Remove the two rear wheel sensor mounting bolts. Remove the sensor.

4. Install the new rear wheel sensor, being careful not to twist the wires. Torque the two mounting bolts to 9.8 Nm (7.2 lb-ft), and connect the sensor to the harness.

5. Reinstall the rear wheel. Torque the wheel nuts to 108 Nm (80 lb-ft).

6. Clear the codes with the HDS.

7. Test-drive the vehicle. If any ABS codes come on do the appropriate troubleshooting in the 2003-04 Accord Service Manual.





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