LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Ford >> 2017 >> Edge SE, AWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Brakes >> Traction Control >> Anti-Lock Brake System Component Testing >> Pinpoint Tests >> Pinpoint Tests Y: ABS Module Internal Fault Concern >> Possible Causes
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Possible Causes

Fig 1: Antilock Braking System (ABS) Module Connector - C135
GFDW79032Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Harness Side

  1. Y1: RECHECK THE ABS MODULE FOR THE DTC 
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Clear the ABS DTCs.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Carry out the ABS self-test.
    • Record the ABS module DTCs.
    • Is the concern still present? 
      Yes No
      Go to  Y4. The concern is not present at this time. The fault may have been caused by a temporary concern. If this is a constant intermittent concern, Go to  Y4.
  2. Y2: CHECK FOR OTHER ABS MODULE DTCS 
    • Review the DTCs recorded in the previous step.
    • Is DTC C0040:64 also present? 
      Yes No
      Go to PINPOINT TEST AC . Go to  Y3.
  3. Y3: VERIFY THE ABS MODULE TO HCU FASTENERS 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Verify all ABS module-to-HCU fasteners are tightened to their correct torque specifications. Refer to ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AND STABILITY CONTROL .
    • Are fasteners tightened to their correct torque specifications? 
      Yes No
      Go to  Y4. TIGHTEN all ABS module fasteners to their correct torque specifications.
      Go to  Y4.
  4. Y4: CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS MODULE OPERATION 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • ABS Module connector disconnected. (C135)
    • Using a good light source, inspect the electrical connector for the following:
      • corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
      • spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
    • ABS Module connector connected. (C135) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
      Yes No
      INSTALL a new ABS module.
      CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA.
      If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
      If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module. REFER to ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE .
      ORDER a replacement ABS module and INCLUDE the RVC on the form.
      If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.
      The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
      If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.
  5. Y5: CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS OPERATION 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • ABS Module connector disconnected. (C135)
    • Using a good light source, inspect the electrical connector for the following:
      • corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
      • spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
    • ABS Module connector connected. (C135) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
      Yes No
      INSTALL a new ABS module.
      CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA.
      If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
      If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module and HCU assembly. REFER to ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE and HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HCU) .
      ORDER a replacement ABS module and HCU assembly. INCLUDE the RVC on the form.
      If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.
      The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
      If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.