Dodge Caravan: ABS Module Failure / No Speedometer
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- Опубликовано: 8 ноя 2021
- In this video I have a look at a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan that the lady is trying to get the engine light to go out in so she can get a sticker at the local sticker supplier. It doesn't take long to see the ABS Module is not communicating with anything else on the network. Regardless of all the other issues this is what we are going to look at. -Enjoy!
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The lady brought the vehicle back several weeks after the diag and I installed a used ABS module. However at that point the front brakes were grinding metal against metal along with many other issues. She had me install and program it (initialization process to rewrite VIN) After that the ABS would communicate just fine and the speedometer now works. The downside is it had several codes in it for speed sensors. No big surprise but the good news is she can now go get the inspection sticker and hammer down the road safe and sound 🙄....
Safe and sound, being keywords.
Some folks need to realize there are times the household funds need to be directed to the cars maintenance. Makes zero sense to ignore them.
Maybe blur your email address? 🍻
@@alaska2480 I saw it, too, but since it was a hotmail address, I assume he uses it essentially as a burner address.
I wish you were closer. I’ve got an 03 Tahoe that needs some electrical attention
This to me is not rambling on, to me it is your thought process. That is invaluable to the DIY'r and to those who unfortunately do not have a trusted repair shop. Great content as always!
My thoughts as well.
Zactly.
I have learned many things listening to his rambling, the knowledge and step by step process is invaluable.
I've never thought your commentary would be considered rambling. It's insightful I think
And colorful
My diag would have been “all the lights are on due to Christmas coming soon” …good thing I’m not a technician 😂😂😂😂
Ramble all you want! I think it is your ability to talk to us as you work & explain whats taking place, that is what makes your channel interesting and informative! Stay safe Mr O.
Eric, never stop narrating your Actions. You are the reason we watch the channel. People watch for your experience, which we get from you talking.
If I need an outlet for a rambling jackass creating clickbait I’d watch Scotty Kilmer.
Keep up the great work as always
Lmao... I have exactly the same reaction to Kilmer. He repeats himself endlessly and yells constantly while loudly proclaiming how everyone else is stupid. Eric, on the other hand, demonstrates the process while explaining how he's come to his conclusions in clear and conversational communication. Plus there's bonus Ms. O material.
Indeed, Eric speaks to us with respect in his voice as if we are right there with him( which we are). Cheers from Downunder.
Who's this "Scotty" you speak of?
Unsubscribed a long time ago! Yep, got tired of the yelling!
Kilmer has a masters degree in marketing, the silly pictures he shows along with the arm waving works so he has 4 million plus subscribers. He is not that good of a mechanic. My brother likes to play mechanic and has a lift in his pole barn. Scotty doesn't even have a place out of the rain. That should tell you all you need to know. We should all recommend Erics site on Kilmers comment section as he deserves the subs more than Kilmer.
OK, I really did LOL at that last bit... thanks
But I like to hear what you have to say. It’s not rambling, it’s called teaching! Thank you for talking the time to make these awesome videos! 👍🏻
Thanks to your teachings, and many other RUclipsrs, I was able to solve 5 codes after an engine out head gasket replacement on a '03 Forester. I had errors with the TPS and ICV.
Turns out, I had forgotten to tighten one bolt fastening a ground group of wires.
No parts cannon! No "swap tronics".
I like your rambling, otherwise known as thinking out loud. Some just want bullet points. Aka do this, this and this. They don't care how you get from each point or why they're going there. If anyone doesn't like how you do your channel there is always the option of starting your own channel and doing it their way! You keep being you. At least some of us are here because we appreciate the thought process that you ramble about. Knowing why you're doing something is more important then knowing how to do it.
This. I don't think "rambling" does it justice either. The explicitness and detail level needed to make the logic accessible to beginners (like myself) is something I have appreciated much more now that I have a reference sample of explanations given by the techs I work with.
And there is enough of a theoretical scaffold included to translate a specific example of diagnostic logic into improvements in future workflow.
Never think your Rambling Eric …we watch you for the reason that your process is understandable and precise..keep doing what you do Brother that’s why we’re all here ! Following for life
I come here for the "rambling!" I call it "thinking out loud!" Thanks for everything, you have taught me a lot!
Much earlier in my life, 45 years ago, I did all my car maintenance myself. Once computer control with multiple sensors came about, I left it up to the pro's because I had no way to read codes, run tests etc. I have done very little repairs except oil changes etc. during the past few years I have been watching your channel and several others but had no need to do any actual repairs. Several days ago the engine on my 2007 Nissan frontier started acting strangely and lit the check engine light. I have a "FIXD" unit plugged into my computer port so I viewed the code on my iPhone, which was a P0335, Crank Shaft Position Sensor error. So I did a RUclips search on that and viewed the simple procedure for replacing it. Had I not been watching you guys show similar repairs, I would have just taken it to Nissan or another shop and had them do the work. So this old man is appreciative of you guys sharing your skills.
I am glad to see you are honest with the owner and got her going down the road in a safe van my hats off to you
As Robert Plant said - “Ramble On”.
The more you talk the more we learn.
Knowledge is Power.
Nice work, u scope is nice for the quick test.
No rambling here. It's the WAY you work and your commentary that keeps us coming back.
Took a pilgrimage to Wilbert's u pull it today. Went by your shop on my way home. Just wish my car would completely fool me so your knowledge is needed. I enjoy watching your videos. Hey Eric O have a nice day
hey, it's that guy!!!
@@mattcat231 Now that's funny! :'-)
Mister "O" !! A thank you for a fix recommendation. My 98 S10 has had intermittent, mostly non performing heat in the cab. Luckily I live in the South, so heat here is relative and only needed on occasion. However, I did your CLR forward and back flush on the core, 1 hour each way, and voila', suddenly I have heat!!
I saw evapo-rust now has a heater core flush solution. I wonder it it is any good.
That's the lovely Dex-cool sludge all the mid to late 90's gm products have. Hopefully you never have to see the lower intake gaskets but they look lovely by now I'm sure. If it hasn't been removed and flushed from the system by now I recommend getting rid of all the Dex-cool and replacing it with a modern equivalent asap.
@@tiller3237 Had this issue long ago. I have used the other stuff for years, but apparently some earlier damage had been done. In any event, some of that led to overheating, so new radiator, AND new engine has fixed all that. The heater core is my last issue. (I hope). to coin a phrase : "thanks for watching"
Not rambling at all. You are a true teacher and Mrs. O is so fortunate to have someone that can communicate so clearly😁. The only thing missing is the occasional dad joke. Keep up the good work.
Eric O don't ever change you are awesome to listen to, and super smart.
That’s why I like South Main auto ,no nonsense diagnostic procedures , even I can understand Great video ,thank you Eric
For a second I thought you'd sing, "Every light in the dash is on, the front yard looks like the break of dawn..."
Eric,
I saw you using your Wera socket set so I brought one. Not realising it was a “lifestyle” tool, I have resisted wearing it out to the tavern. Don’t feel too much different lifestyle wise! Great videos and commentary.
My God Eric I am from Ottawa ,Canada I would drive down to your shop any time love your video watch them all the time
Eric, your concise high speed narration of what your doing is great, don't stop it you go as fast as the voltage your trying to find.
Regards to all Richard 🇬🇧
i show these vids to my apprentice as your diagnostic approach to everything is wonderful
Your motto really should be "When other shops say they don't know, just bring it to Eric O.
i work at at a shop that is unfortunately one of those parts changer shops. I hate it it. I have a scope, great scan tool. utest kit and a host of other diag equipment yet the boss is rush rush rush so i get stuck with breaks, oil changes, and such. I lost my DL when i was 18yrs old. I am now 36yrs old. I found my 20yr old cousin dead from an overdose and had a panic attack and the hospital gave me an IV medication to calm me down. got the dui on the way home. Been fighting for months to get them back but the great state of PA wants money,money,money. point in case Eric O you never ramble my friend, You and scanner danner are my idols because you are the true definition of a top notch technician. I wish you put out videos every single day. I know you can't but one can dream huh lol.. Have a wonderful day to you and Mrs O
Avoca, NY: Home to 100 Shade Tree Mechanics and one true mechanic.
Highly competent diagnostics. Bravo sir!
As others have said keep up the narration. I find you very relatable. I get a lot of Dodge Caravans and your channel has been invaluable!
The more you ,Eric, explain
Such issues the better I keep watching your way & works to fixing all sort of damages.
Eric...you are a school.
Cordial regard from Baghdad.
Nabeel.
Thanks for a great instructional video. I can remember way back when Chrysler made great cars I think they were first with the alternator. Me rambling! Bless you my friend.
Perfect timing
Just finished putting a millings oil pump (not a sponsor) in a 5.3 chevy thunder. Got out of the shower and yea buddy SMA video.
Thanks for all your hard work.
Oh dang so you haven't even gotten the bad news that the oil pump didn't fix the smoked cam bearings yet huh 😂
@@SouthMainAuto Lol
He was waiting till he goes to work in the am to figure that one out.
Question, is what haven’t you seen yet?
I'm not a car guy, I know the basics but thats about it. One of the things I love about your videos is you talk to us like real people and you don't assume we are experts on cars. I can actually understand what your saying and doing. I took autoshop in high school way back in the 90's but my teacher was an old curmudgeon of a guy who assumed you were a car obsessed nut if you were in his class. Had I had a teacher like you I might have taken a bigger interest in cars. i know from reading the comments that you have a lot of techs and mechanics that watch this channel, but thanks for making it entertaining and understandable to us average people too.
Another thing Eric is that you seem to be part of a family that you've never seen but all respect your opinion and help. I look forward the end of the week to see what you've been up to and learn some more. I'm a 60 year old ex Royal Navy Mechanic and still work on engine and machinery daily, so it nice to see another way of doing things sometimes. I do pity you with the state of the vehicles, especially the rust ! And having to drive on the wrong side of the road 🙂
Regards to you and Mrs O.
Richard 🇬🇧
Thinkin out loud ain’t ramblin fella. It’s informative to know your thought process while diagnosing a vehicle. Your thought process made me troubleshoot better at my own job. Keep on ramblin fella 👍🏻
Eric, Your dialog in explaining the introduction has been so helpful to me in explaining issues to my customers! Thank you!
Spitballing your ideas and thoughts is the best way for us to learn and you to see if what you're saying makes sense even to you.
I got a 2-channel oscilloscope for the stuff I'm doing and it is the ONLY way to check for digital chatter on the data lines since a meter isn't fast enough and a test light will just glow - sortta.
Thanks for your videos - as an old retired mechanic who got out of the game in 2004, a lot of this is new to me. I love it!
Old school troubleshooting makes me smile.
I like in the description you say "the local sticker supplier". Too funny.
I was working on a PT Cruiser once and it had no speedometer and I had to actually go in the scanner and enter the tire size and it started working 😅
Crazy how easy you make all this look, I’m semi retired at 61 and have been wrenching as a self employed heavy equipment mechanic for 30 plus years, I do still run a smaller F450 service truck but moved from California to oregon and now enjoy still working on the older equipment and staying away from the tier motors with all there egr and exhaust filter system problems, anyway really enjoy your videos thanks.
I consistently watch you perform repairs I’ll never do on cars I’ll never own. Your thought process and commentary aren’t “rambling” - it’s why I’m here! Keep up the good work!
I think you just wrote a new Trace Adkins song titled Every Light in the Dash is On
There is a song called every light on my dash is on, but it's by someone named Bobby Wayne not Trace Adkins.
Beat me to it. My thought exactly… The dashboards bright as the crack of dawn…
It sounds like a song
Eric , I enjoy your Thought Process, even on some of the easier diagnosis , it's important to cover all bases, I do phone Tech support for my company's Commercial Garage door Opener line , some of the people have no thought process at all zero troubleshooting skills, I have literally taught a couple of guys how to measure voltage and resistance for the first time in their lives and they seem amazed.
Eric this is another excellent video. I know it is your catch phrase that if you can do it so can you. You and I know that’s not true. Most people cannot afford a lab scope. Even if they could they would not know what they were looking at. You said this vehicle came from another shop so obviously even semi professionals can’t always figure these problems out.
I help in a small engine shop now. I’ve used my lab scope to test crank sensors and modules to keep from parts swapping. My employer looks on in wonder. They don’t have this technology that I grew up with and is now second nature.
Just like doctors who specialize , you are a several steps above the “nuts and bolts” mechanic. I worked during carbs and points , saw transition to electronic ignition and fuel injection. I still marvel at what will they think of next.
Keep up the good work ‼️
Another sound diagnostic journey through a Dodge product Eric! Thanks for taking us along!
Eric, teaching is not rambling! You do you and impart your knowledge to all of us. Don't ever change. We appreciate what you do. Back in another career when I did telephone tech. support for Telecom companies, the easiest and most productive calls were the ones where I could teach as I trouble shot the problem. Techs. that didn't want that kind of support and info. made the job tough and increased the STRESS. Thanks again for all you do!
Always love these electrical diagnoses!!! I want to be as good as you one day. Specially using the scopes and scan tools. Love the channel Eric and hope/wish the family well
Keep on rambling, brother! As a tech myself, I enjoy all the little details and I find your through process very enlightening! ;)
Great content as always
I feel i know your shop and all your tools etc
I Have been watching for over 4 years ( binge watching)
Great mechanic, great teacher , great family wish you all the best .....😁
This is a Golden Video to file if u have a car similar to that one. The procedure that Eric followed is super helpful for me. Thank u!
Visualizing the ABS module sitting on the deck (rusted up bolts and all), reading the paper, coffee in hand, phone ringing off the hook, mumbling "not today, fellas..." 😆👍
Wow....i learned alot in this video. I need to buy diagnostic equipment and watch more SMA videos on it. You have a knack for teaching! Thank god your here on youtube and not cable t.v!!!
The ol' Christmas tree cluster! Hopefully the lady doesn't send it to the crusher so we can see part 2. :D
Eric, the more computers you hook up to a car the more I like just putting a piece of black tape over the "check engine light and calling it good! From you update it seems like this van is falling apart faster than it can be put back together! Thanks for sharing!
You make it look so simple Eric - the source of vehicular computer life - Power & grounds! If they are okay, then comms! The fact is, it isn't hard, it is just understanding. Thank you for your great teaching videos. Thanks for the update also.
I wish I could bring my van to you to get the codes checked! My back automatic doors no longer work, my abs is alway on ,my air don’t work, my dash lights work but my speedometer light is out🫣 I use a fake tea light candle to see my speed at night😐 thanks for teaching us I’m hear to learn all I can!🎉
I love your rambling and thought process
I love your "rambling"! I've learned so much from being able to follow your process and how you mention related issues you've seen before that can mislead.
I have, once or twice, seen you just go A to B to C, with no explanation, assuming every viewer just knows why, by osmosis... and I found it almost demeaning... AND a waste of my time. People don't like to be made to feel stupid.
Your channel's purpose seems to be to empower the viewer ("if I can do it, YOU can do it")... and to pass along your experience...that's what I love about it!
You just keep on rambling!!! Lynn
I was just observing a new instructor conduct an automotive electrical troubleshooting class. One student was very new to electrical troubleshooting but does watch a lot of youtube videos. I recommended that he watch some of your videos as your electrical troubleshooting is spot on.
Your intro reminded me of Jean Cranes from Apollo 13. When they were listing all the things that had gone wrong with the spacecraft. He finally stopped and said... What do we got on the spacecraft that's good?
Gene Kranz
@@Paul1958R I am the victim of the evils of Talk to Text, and never proofreading .... worse still is that it said Jean Crayon. Then I made it only slightly worse by putting Cranes. Sigh... TY
The “rambling on” is much appreciated, I talk through problems at work as well, service tech not in the auto industry. But I do get odd looks when I start my service call saying, “ hey there viewers, welcome back to the South Main Auto channel…” or use the famous “ Theres your problem , lady”
I think Mr. O deviated from his normal and correct process here because that ABS plug looks tough to get to plugged in. Eric normally would not disturb the ABS plug and back probe it. ANd seeing good + and minus and comm fail the ABS. In Avoca, NY, that plug could get the green crust EEZ. So, Mr. O , when the plug was put back in, you checked to see that the ABS no comm didnt go away. And I would surely as others, would have loved to see your trip to the PIC N Pull. Also would love to see how the car door gets fixed. I see lots more rolls of Scotch 88+ at Lowes today.
ABS module on my 2000 Expedition went out (continuous running key in or out). Opened it up and found the MOSFET was burned out. Soldered in a new one for $3. Sealed it back up with RTV and been running for 2 years now.
That's pretty damn resourceful.
just amazing how much can be done if you have the skills!
@@sparkie5571 A replacement ABS module at the Pick n Pull was only $60 ($260 retail). Follow Eric's advice. If he can do it...
Good Job. I for one greatly appreciate your comments & explanations.
PLUS your pleasant demeanor and the occasional "Family" appearances, too.
Over the years, I "inherited" 2 Dodge minivans that had been my company vehicles. Each presented (as they say) terrible ground integrity over they years. The 2000 was totaled, but still have the '92; it now has only 2 seats and is the neighborhood "Waterproof" "Large-Object-Home Depot-Run" hauler. Recently had no dash lites, no gauges, no door chime.
Since NO OBD2 until 4 years later, I took a page out of YOUR FINE "Let's keep it simple, folks".
Since the chime would talk to me whenever I "corrected" a missing connection or ground. BINGO. 1 bad ground in the engine bay. 2 bad grounds at the BCM housing near the driver knee space AND a corroded (connector leg) solder joint on the BCM PCB inside. Took me 3 hours ... YOU ... What? 30 minutes. !!!
Warm Regards to all,
John in the NW
Once you properly diagnose and fix their main concern it’s likely to give the some confidence in you to where they might bring it back for some of the other stuff. Some people end up just letting all the other stuff go because nobody can fix the main thing so they feel like it’s hopeless and everything is going to cost a lot of money to not get fixed.
It felt good knowing the process you were going to use just from watching all of your other videos.
I am a newbie follower. I heard you say several times in your videos that you don't claim to be a teacher. I beg to differ. Keep your high quality educational videos coming.
It's about time you submitted your TPMS reports...
Excellent video as always!
Awesome videos. I wish I lived closer so I could bring my car to you guys!
Sweet.... I just used your tried and true process for diag on 04 silverado ebcm... Worked like a charm... Fixxed.......
Good job on the tech! great video as always keep up the good work!
Time and time again. The ability to pause and think through the problem, and then verify that is the problem (instead of guessing) has seized the day. I think most mechanics/technicians are doing this but as always a few bad apples ruin the reputation for the bunch. As always, thanks for the video and keep doing the great work. Critical thinking and developing a process to run down a problem is always the key to coming up with the correct solution. Keep it up!!!!
i really enjoy your videos and the way you make them, keep up the good work ,, thanks 🚗
Wow I have similar trouble on my van. This will help me figure it out. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks for all of your good vids been a real help to me
I often wonder what it would be like to take my car to someone and have them repair it. Great video!
Please ramble away as much as you please. I work as a mechanic and maintain my own vehicles and you explaining your thought process has been elucidating for me. It has indubitably been a key factor in making me better at diagnosing electrical and OBD related issues.
Eric your videos are over the top you do not ramble. People in your area better thank there lucky stars that your shop is in this area.Keep these videos coming.
It's a Christmas Caravan with all its seasonal lights illuminated! 🤣✨🎄
Eric O, you just keep doing your thing. YOU ROCK!!!!!
Eric, at that point Chrysler should just have a big red light, comes on that, says "Look Lady all your lights are on, here's your problem Lady You need to either fix it all or you need a new car!" Plus whoever said you ramble is nuts or has never worked on a car! keep up the good work brother. You Da Man. :)
Great as always, Eric!! Thanks!
Alot of people own Carvan, amazing of the work has been done on them.
Never considered you as rambling. It's all good info, entertaining, and educational. Ramble on!
Yet again another outstanding video!
Having trouble with 2010 , speedometer stopped working , abs light came on , traction control light on , had two broken wires in driver's side door harness . Great video as always you bring vital information. Thank You for sharing.
So you fix it with the wires in the door ?
@@rickymartin3678 yes it fixed all issues , but I fixed it before I seen Eric's fix in video . I used just plain crimp butt connectors and it held for about 3 weeks now gonna go back thru it and repair like Eric showed. The wiring harness don't seem to be able to purchase.
Very straightforward diag. Thanks Eric!
Wish you were closer to us. Great vid on how to confirm bad ABS. Module.
Please keep rambling Mr.O. It’s why I watch, to understand more and retain this invaluable knowledge.
Great video Eric. Enjoyed
Comment for the algorithm. I have learned so much by watching you. Thanks!
Great diag Eric. Just an observation in how state inspections rules and regulations vary from state to state.
In Missouri, an ABS light will not fail a sticker inspection. Neither will an SRS/Air bag light.
Working emergency brakes are "optional" also.
I will fix an ABS issue. I keep my brake system and tires 100%.The SRS should be something I should be able to turn off.
If emergency brakes were meant to be useful they wouldn't use cables that corrode and mechs that jam your pads/shoes into the locked positions.
And they would stop your car in less than 250' from 60 miles an hour.
I spray the whole E brake system with Fluid Film once a year (and never use them). Lost too many pads and shoes. I would have to be falling off a cliff before I would yank the E brake.
But have a "wiggle" in an inner or outer tie rod, or in a ball joint and you will fail the inspection.
I always thought tire date codes should be part of the inspection. After fives years I toss all four and rotate one into the spare.
Old tires don't stick and stop like they should.
Another interesting video. While describing how the ABS module should be replaceable without disturbing the brake hydraulics, at around 15:16, the years of rust belt experience come out - "providing the bolts come out".
Keep up the helpful rambling Sir.
Thanks for the video. Have the same issue on the same vehicle, so this will be very useful
It's more amazing to me the other shop couldn't fix that with a parts cannon as they usually do it
They probably kept firing the cannon in the wrong direction with so many lights on.
Nice informative video 😆 still manage the under hand compliments
Just love you channel and of course your humour.
And I thought it was just us Brits with a sense of humour 😂😂😉😉