This course covers how to diagnose, service and repair the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). Also covered will be the ABS braking concerns caused be vehicle modifications, such as tire size, curb weight and change of final drive ratios.
Competencies:
Anti-lock
Brake System
Inspect
and test anti-lock brake system (ABS) components; determine necessary action
Diagnose
poor stopping, wheel lock-up, abnormal pedal feel or pulsation, and noise
concerns caused by the anti-lock brake system (ABS); determine necessary action.
Diagnose
anti-lock brake system (ABS) electronic control(s) and components using
self-diagnosis and/or recommended test equipment; determine necessary action.
Depressurize
high-pressure components of the anti-lock brake system (ABS).
Bleed
the anti-lock brake system’s (ABS) front and rear hydraulic circuits.
Remove
and install anti-lock brake system (ABS) electrical/electronic and hydraulic
components.
Service,
test, and adjust anti-lock brake system (ABS) speed sensors.
Diagnose
anti-lock brake system (ABS) braking concerns caused by vehicle modifications
(tire size, curb height, final drive ratio, etc.).
Identify
traction control and vehicle stability control system components.