2006 4x2 - ABS kicks in at <23MPH - No lights
06-24-2014, 09:18 PM
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2006 4x2 - ABS kicks in at <23MPH - No lights
2006 F-150, when braking it feels like ABS is kicking in whenever I get down to (or under) 23MPH. It feels fluidy (which isn't a word), and I believe it is ABS related. No dash light comes on, and no codes are present. I am planning to order a wheel speed sensor, and see what happens. Any other thoughts? I have seen this issue on some older models, but not sure about this generation. Thanks!
06-25-2014, 05:25 PM
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Sounds like a wheel sensor. Buddy s chevy just had the same prob but it was under 6 mph. Only thing his was just rust under it and we just cleaned it up and its find now.
06-25-2014, 10:43 PM
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You can try cleaning the sensors up but not so sure that what you're experiencing is ABS related. The feeling ABS cause is a very distinct rapid pulsing and clicking on the brake pedal. Sounds like another brake related issue like bad master or stuck caliper.
07-04-2014, 12:16 PM
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Well I ordered and tried a wheel speed sensor on both front wheels and no dice. The pedal does pulse, and Ford dealer said it was something ABS related (but they could be wrong). I guess I'll order the rear, but is there anything else I can check? Other than replacing the master, is there a way to check it? I'll do a little more research on the site, but if anyone has more suggestions, please keep them coming.
07-04-2014, 12:30 PM
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Mine started doing this so I replaced the pads thinking they were bad and still does it. I am going to replace the passenger caliper since it is the only one that hasnt been replaced yet and see if that works. I have had the master cylinder replaced due to a different problem. Keep us posted on what you find out.
07-04-2014, 01:09 PM
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UPDATE: To test whether it was ABS related or not, I pulled the connector for the drivers side front sensor. The ABS light came on, but the issue went away! So I am thinking now it is the rear sensor (or the module). Ordering the rear sensor now, I'll post back with results once it gets here.
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07-07-2014, 07:57 AM
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Sorry, I forgot to get a picture. It is right on top of the diff though. One 3/8(?) bolt holding it in. I tried a known good rear speed sensor last night, and still no change. So to recap, I have tried all three wheel speed sensors, and I am still having the issue. Definitely ABS related, because when I unplug the front sensor, the issue goes away (but the ABS light comes on). Aside from ordering a module, what else can I try? I'm really bummed it wasn't just a sensor...
