How do I disable ABS Braking System?
19-Nov-2002, 06:33 PM
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How do I disable ABS Braking System?
I don't like ABS................in the snow...I tried disabling it using the "Parking Brake" trick but it doesn't work for me, I'd like to what fuse to yank out 
19-Nov-2002, 08:43 PM
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Originally posted by 98CivicSi
oh is that where it is! thanks....
wire it to a switch huh....
nah too much work
oh is that where it is! thanks....
wire it to a switch huh....
nah too much work
Find me a switch for your car...
You have any empty accesory blanks on the dash??
20-Nov-2002, 12:29 AM
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About the ABS Control Unit. I thought it was attached to the ABS modulator. I might be wrong.
Anyway, the easiest way to undo it is to un-plug the fuse in the underhood fuse-box. There should be labels on the fuse-box cover that will show which fuse is for the ABS. Once you disable your ABS, your ABS light on the dash will stay on.
IMO, ABS does more good than harm. That is why manufacturers go to the trouble of installing it on almost all vehicles. I would suggest to go to a deserted lot and try "playing" with the ABS before you decide you don't want it.
ABS will not shorten your stopping distance, actually, it will increase your stopping distance but it will give you control so you can steer around a hazard. If you are in full braking lock up, you are just a passenger and no matter what you do, the car will continue on it's own path.
Any instructor dealing with icy conditions will swear by ABS. If you don't belive me, the "Skid Control School" in Oakville will make a believer out of anyone. Trust me this school is worth it's cost. I have gone 3 times and every time, I learned something new. (No I am not on their payroll)
Mark
Anyway, the easiest way to undo it is to un-plug the fuse in the underhood fuse-box. There should be labels on the fuse-box cover that will show which fuse is for the ABS. Once you disable your ABS, your ABS light on the dash will stay on.
IMO, ABS does more good than harm. That is why manufacturers go to the trouble of installing it on almost all vehicles. I would suggest to go to a deserted lot and try "playing" with the ABS before you decide you don't want it.
ABS will not shorten your stopping distance, actually, it will increase your stopping distance but it will give you control so you can steer around a hazard. If you are in full braking lock up, you are just a passenger and no matter what you do, the car will continue on it's own path.
Any instructor dealing with icy conditions will swear by ABS. If you don't belive me, the "Skid Control School" in Oakville will make a believer out of anyone. Trust me this school is worth it's cost. I have gone 3 times and every time, I learned something new. (No I am not on their payroll)
Mark
20-Nov-2002, 12:51 AM
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under the hood i dont see a fuse marked ABS...do you? ive never slammed on the brakes in snow WITHOUT ABS so i want to try it out...all i know is i dont like what happens with ABS in the snow
unplugging the module is just as easy as the fuse...although i still dont know which fuse
unplugging the module is just as easy as the fuse...although i still dont know which fuse
20-Nov-2002, 10:36 AM
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Originally posted by 98CivicSi
under the hood i dont see a fuse marked ABS...do you? ive never slammed on the brakes in snow WITHOUT ABS so i want to try it out...all i know is i dont like what happens with ABS in the snow
unplugging the module is just as easy as the fuse...although i still dont know which fuse
under the hood i dont see a fuse marked ABS...do you? ive never slammed on the brakes in snow WITHOUT ABS so i want to try it out...all i know is i dont like what happens with ABS in the snow
unplugging the module is just as easy as the fuse...although i still dont know which fuse
What don't you like about ABS in the snow? lol the fact that you still have control over where your car goes? if it's stick you'll be able to survive downshifting when you're slowing down gradually but i'd never trade ABS in the snow, all that happens WITHOUT ABS is that you keep moving in the same direction you were moving when the wheels locked up
IMO
if you really want it i'd suggest trying it out first as well, but i dunno
20-Nov-2002, 12:46 PM
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Hmmmmmmm....everyone LIKES abs...i think something is wrong with mine then...cause when I slam the brakes...it makes that clicking sound....but the brake pedal feels weird...its like its hitting some and it makes an awful noise
20-Nov-2002, 02:55 PM
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Originally posted by MY SiR
Any instructor dealing with icy conditions will swear by ABS. If you don't belive me, the "Skid Control School" in Oakville will make a believer out of anyone. Trust me this school is worth it's cost. I have gone 3 times and every time, I learned something new. (No I am not on their payroll)
Mark
Any instructor dealing with icy conditions will swear by ABS. If you don't belive me, the "Skid Control School" in Oakville will make a believer out of anyone. Trust me this school is worth it's cost. I have gone 3 times and every time, I learned something new. (No I am not on their payroll)
Mark
20-Nov-2002, 03:01 PM
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Skid Control School huh 
Do they offer Japanese Drifinting Classes? If so I may be interested
Just kidding...I don't have the cash to fork up for skid control classes although Im sure theyre worth it...(how much was it?)
Do they offer Japanese Drifinting Classes? If so I may be interested
Just kidding...I don't have the cash to fork up for skid control classes although Im sure theyre worth it...(how much was it?)
20-Nov-2002, 03:09 PM
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Originally posted by 98CivicSi
Hmmmmmmm....everyone LIKES abs...i think something is wrong with mine then...cause when I slam the brakes...it makes that clicking sound....but the brake pedal feels weird...its like its hitting some and it makes an awful noise
Hmmmmmmm....everyone LIKES abs...i think something is wrong with mine then...cause when I slam the brakes...it makes that clicking sound....but the brake pedal feels weird...its like its hitting some and it makes an awful noise
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