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Continue ShoppingAnti-lock brake system or ABS light may illuminate for a multitude of reasons, some may be because of a faulty ABS pump or a bad relay. An ABS problem may be a simple fix that can be diagnosed with a visual inspection of the brakes. Although, to really detect where the problem is, you will need to retrieve the ABS code with an ABS/SRS OBD2 auto scanner.
With an OBD tool, you can quickly find out what that break light indicates and more importantly, what you can do to fix it. The INNOVA 3020 is a great entry-level tool for diagnosing Check Engine problems, checking road trip readiness, inspecting used cars and more (no automotive experience needed!)
This article will cover the following topics:
1. Your next steps
2. Getting the vehicle’s data
3. Viewing the repairs and costs for your vehicle
4. Your options
The best way to diagnose an ABS light is to use an Innova tool such as an Innova 5210. Innova tools read your vehicle’s diagnostic system and uses the Innova RepairSolutions2 app to generate a report with most likely fix for your issue.
Maintaining your vehicle and addressing issues maintains vehicle safety, fuel economy and longevity.
1 – Purchase a Tool
A tool is required to pull information from the vehicle so you may view it.
We recommend the Innova 5210.
However, if you’re looking for a tool with more features, Innova offers other options.
2 – Download Innova App
Download the Innova RepairSolutions 2 app.
While the tool is able to display some data pulled from the vehicle, the app will be able to provide more information such as the repair and costs needed for your vehicle’s repair.
The app will work with your tool, so please wait for your tool to arrive or you may visit any of our retailers to purchase it today.
3 – Get Report
Setup your account with your tool by following the instructions here.
Then create the report following the directions here.
On your tool, navigate to the ABS section to access that information.
The tool will display some information regarding your vehicle.
The additional ABS data will upload to your report.
If the Fix is available
If your ABS code has a known repair, it will create an ABS report element. If the repair is known, the app will provide information such as the parts needed for repair and how much the repair will cost.
If Fix is not available
Your ABS code information will be inside of the Needs Attention report element.
Innova Techs will then begin looking into your issue and researching the repair. A Fix may be available for your issue within 10 business days.
At this point, you have two options.
1. You may attempt the repair on your own now knowing the repair needed, and the needed parts for the repair.
2. You may take the vehicle to repair shop now knowing roughly the cost of repair for your issue.
Innova does not recommend ignoring a dashboard light even if the vehicle drives ‘fine’ as this can create the need for very expensive repairs later
Maintaining your vehicle and addressing issues maintains vehicle safety, fuel economy and longevity.
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