No ABS ??

[Stephen Rigby]

The car is a 53 E270.
Today when driving the brakes fail red lights came on . Said stop dont drive.
I pulled over the fluid level is ok .
I its recently had new pads all round.
Normal when i unlocked the car i hear motors running etc.
Now there no noises when unlocking.
Ive located 3 fuse boxes but i dont know where the ABS fuse is located.
Can anyone help please.
I got the car recoverd ..to where im staying on holiday.
Any help would be appreciated thanks..

 

[LostKiwi]

Your SBC pump sounds like it's failed.
What mileage has it done?

 

[Stephen Rigby]

120,000k where is the pump located

 

[LostKiwi]

Under the bonnet, drivers side in front of wheel arch.


Where are you located? We may be able to suggest somewhere to get it sorted.

These have a lifespan of around 80-120k before they throw a white warning and 120-200k before a red one.
The failure is normally worn brushes in the motor.
The counter will also need resetting.

Putting it on diagnostics will confirm this but the symptom of no noise when unlocking (which is the pump priming) sounds very much like it.

 

[Uncle Benz]

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@JohnnySBC has helped me out in the past. Top lad!

 

[LostKiwi]

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@JohnnySBC has helped me out in the past. Top lad!

Agreed. His only issue being the OP is away from home....

 

[Uncle Benz]

Agreed. His only issue being the OP is away from home....

Missed that bit! Lol

 

[Uncle Benz]

Could try a tap on the motor casing, see if it bursts into life, but I certainly wouldn’t recommend driving it even if it does

 

[Stephen Rigby]

Ive arrange recovery to home.
I live in Manchester.
Is there a quick test i can do to confirm the pump fault.
The rac had a diagnostic tool it showed no brake faults . Just some old faults. ??

 

[Stephen Rigby]

The fault happened after i drove down a cobble road ? Thats why im thinking poor conections etc ?
I appreciate all the help and comments. Thank you

 

[LostKiwi]

Ive arrange recovery to home.
I live in Manchester.
Is there a quick test i can do to confirm the pump fault.
The rac had a diagnostic tool it showed no brake faults . Just some old faults. ??

You could check the pump connector.
I'd be surprised if it has come loose.

Not all diagnostics can read all codes. The simple fact there's a red warning says there is a fault and if there's a fault that turns on a warning there's a code.

If you're spanner handy you can remove the pump and send it to JohnnySBC to recondition. This will cost around a half of what a main dealer will charge just for parts (if not less). Expect around £300-400 from JohnnySBC.

 

[Stephen Rigby]

You could check the pump connector.
I'd be surprised if it has come loose.

Not all diagnostics can read all codes. The simple fact there's a red warning says there is a fault and if there's a fault that turns on a warning there's a code.

If you're spanner handy you can remove the pump and send it to JohnnySBC to recondition. This will cost around a half of what a main dealer will charge just for parts (if not less). Expect around £300-400 from JohnnySBC.

Yes it looks that way. Im ok with the spanners thanks.
Ill speak with johnny smc and send it. .
Ive still got to get home yet hahah.
Thanks for all the help

 

[Uncle Benz]

Check the earth connection right next to the unit. I’ve seen them loose and corroded, but it’s rare

 

[Stephen Rigby]

Would a second hand one need programming or will if go straight on.
While i get mine repaired?

 

[Uncle Benz]

It’s a lot of aggro with bleeding and everything. I wouldn’t bother. Turnaround on repair is only a few days.

 

[Stephen Rigby]

It’s a lot of aggro with bleeding and everything. I wouldn’t bother. Turnaround on repair is only a few days.

The recon unit will need bleeding??

 

[Stephen Rigby]

I need to comferm the fault1st .
Thanks for your help

 

[LostKiwi]

The recon unit will need bleeding??

Yes. You're opening up the brake lines so air will get in.
Bleeding these is not easy hence it's not worth the bother to do it twice.

 

[mersum1es]

Warranty of SBC is extended, worth to ask dealer...

 

[Stephen Rigby]

Warranty of SBC is extended, worth to ask dealer...

I have heard about that. How long for is the extension?
Is there any document to back it up .please.
Thanks