Hi

 

This is my first post so I hope I am doing it correctly.

 

I have a 2000 legacy gx automatic estate.

 

My problem is that the ABS does not operate at all.

 

On startup the Abs does not illuminate but the VDC off lamp does.

 

I have checked fuses #8 and #15 and they are fine. The two relays near the abs unit click when the ignition is turned on.

 

My suspicion is that someone has removed the ABS bulb which I think I need to get the codes to diagnose the problem!!

 

Is there any other way of getting the codes or do I need to strip out the dashboard to check the abs bulb?

 

Many thanks for any suggestions.

Try pulling the ABS fuse (car off for safety's sake) out from under the dash, then start the car. If the ABS light isn't on now, then the bulb is probably dead or missing.

 

If dead, pull the cluster and replace the bulb and reinsert fuse. You might be able to get your hand behind a loosened cluster and twist the bulb holder out (some cars this is possible and easier than unhooking everything as they have a simple socket; someone confirm if Subaru is like this). Then see if the light is actually coming on or not, and report back.

 

How do you know ABS isn't working? Are the tires leaving a solid patch on HARD braking?

Edited March 14, 201610 yr by Bushwick

Hi thanks for the reply.

I tried the fuses but there was no change so i took the dash out.

The VDS and ABS bulbs were missing so I replaced them and sure enough the ABS and VDS lights are constantly illuminated.

How do I get the codes. Is it via the obdii connector or via the mysterious black/white connector which ive been unable to find.

Many thanks

could be a sensor/tone ring problem. look around the axles for problems.

I agree but I think it would be best to get the codes as I would be able to start looking in the right area.

Many thanks.