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I have a 2006 1.4 Ford Fiesta and I've been told that the ABS module needs replacing. I've been quoted mega money to have a new one fitted. Is it possible to have mine sent away to be repaired instead...
My Ford Fiesta ABS warning light is on. My local garage say they can't repair because it has to be done by Ford. Ford say that it will cost £144 for diagnostics and then possibly £1380 to replace the ABS...
I own a 2008 Mazda 5. Last week a warning light came on. I took it for a service and have been advised that the ABS pump needs replacing. The part has been quoted at £1449 +VAT and labour. This is very...
I'm thinking of buying a Vauxhall Agila 1.2 petrol (2011 model with 12,876 miles) for £4995 But I'm worried after reading about the ABS/ESP brake pressure sensor failure, how common is this? And does it...
The ABS light on my 2000 Polo Match remains on constantly despite the ABS still working normally. Removing the ABS fuse makes no difference. My local VW specialist thought replacing the instrument binnacle...
I have a Nissan Almera Tino 2.0 litre 2002 with a faulty ABS ECU. It does not affect the driving, confirmed by the local garage but when travelling slowly makes a groaning sound which stops as soon as...
I have a 2000 Vauxhall Vectra and the ABS and traction control warning lights have come on. Both these systems do not work and I have been told it may be a faulty ECU. Any ideas?
Last summer I bought a three year old Skoda Fabia from a local garage, with one year’s warranty. After just three months the ABS light came on and the garage took the car back and fixed it under warranty....
I own a Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class and sometimes the ABS and ESP lights come on. Any idea what the fault might be?
I have an Audi TT 2007 2.0-litre. It has ABS fault. Garage says new pump unit might be needed. Horrendous cost. What are the options please? New or repairable? Where to go and what ball park costs to expect?