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Old 08-23-2005, 07:43 AM
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Lo speed ABS problem FIXED!

Get a can of compressed air from Staples, use the black plastic straw and blow out between each tooth in the ABS ring. I FINALLY got the 6-7 mph anti-lock pumping to stop after I did this. FINALLY, I can plug the fuse back in and don't have to look at those two warning lights on the dash.

Here is a list of tools you will need to do this job. I have a 2000 Chevy Sliverado, 2wd.

Floor Jack and jack stands- 7/8 lug wrench for removing tire(s)
18mm wrench and socket for removing brake caliper
5mm allen wrench for removing wheel speed sensor bolt
needle nose pliers and flat tip screwdriver for removing the sensor cable clamps-NOTE: UNPLUG Sensor before doing any work on this
small socket (?mm) for removing bracket holding brake line
Q-Tips for cleaning excess grease from sensor bore
can of compressed air from office supply store or computer store

Might be a good time to replace brake pads if needed at this time seeing you got brake caliper disassembled

If you have grit-rust and other grime inside sensor bore on the ring teeth you might want to try brake cleaner first and if that doesn't work use a degreaser. I recommend using the compressed air if all you have is grease between the teeth, rotate hub until you can physically see every tooth is clean. This is exactly what I did to FINALLY get my abs problem to go away. Now I don't have to worry about rear-ending a family of four at a stop light!

If anyone wants to talk in person about doing this themselves and needs some reassurance I will gladly answer any questions. I have had both sides disassembled twice so I know what I am talking about.

Jeff [email protected]
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