ABS and "!" lights are ON again! - Page 16 - Toyota Yaris Forums

stuffy · 03-25-2011, 04:09 PM

after a couple of calls to the service manager of my dealership and toyota canada, they ended up covering 80% of the price to replace the faulty sensor and wiring harness on my yaris,
so it cost $75 plus the initial $50 diagnostic (this is for the one side only).

while i was happy that it did not cost $416 like i was quoted i'm still not entirely satisfied as i think this is a defective part.
i think there's a good chance the other side will eventually go as well so i'm wondering if they will hand me the same token for that one?

N9QGS · 03-25-2011, 07:25 PM

I went to my tire place, they checked all connections; they saw nothing worth alarming, and it only came on one more time after this and now the weather is warmer, it has not returned. I do expect to see it next winter, and I will get it taken care of at that time.

PrincessKay · 05-12-2011, 09:44 AM

Both of my lights are on as well - somewhat of a comfort to know that I'm not the only one.

I drive an '07 RS HB. I have to go in tomorrow for service so I will talk to them about it then. This really should be a recall...

sternz · 05-15-2011, 09:09 AM

I'm having the problem as well, it started happening this past winter. I cleaned the rear sensors and applied Dielectric Tune-up Grease and still have the lights on. I really don't want to have to pay anything to have this problem fixed, since it should be recalled. I'm very disappointed Toyota has done nothing for their clients. Worst part is that unless the design for the sensors themselves are not changed, it will just keep us all going back to the shop.

I contacted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints/index.cfm

I urge those in the US to do the same.

devinlamothe · 05-20-2011, 11:30 PM

I've tried almost everything to get Toyota to do SOMETHING about this, but unless I pay them to do the repair they won't budge. Toyota Canada is crap when trying to get anything.

They should have really had a recall for this issue since it's happening to more and more people.

I just leave the lights on the dash on, I don't care any more since they keep coming back on.

derickveliz2 · 05-21-2011, 08:25 AM

They turn on and off all the time, specially when wet.

D.

Mikeey01nzl · 05-27-2011, 11:10 PM

Okay now I'm really confused...

ABS light comes on, I don't own any diag stuff to plug into it so I jumpered 4 & 13. ABS light flashes 4 times then goes out, then flashes 9 times.
None of this even comes close to what is listed above.. does anyone know what it's complaining about?

derickveliz2 · 05-27-2011, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeey01nzl

Okay now I'm really confused...

ABS light comes on, I don't own any diag stuff to plug into it so I jumper 4 & 13. ABS light flashes 4 times then goes out, then flashes 9 times.
None of this even comes close to what is listed above.. does anyone know what it's complaining about?

I'm sorry if I'm been naive here, but what does it means to " I jumper 4 & 13"

D.

Mikeey01nzl · 05-27-2011, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by derickveliz2

I'm sorry if I'm been naive here, but what does it means to " I jumper 4 & 13"D.

Short the two terminals... read this excellent post by C T Scott for more info
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...&postcount=262

So back to my orginal question chaps.... what the heck is 49 or 94 flashes on the ABS light really mean?

Mikeey01nzl · 03-13-2012, 02:47 AM

I gave up and took it to the dealer...

They diagnosed two codes.
CO278 open circuit in ABS solenoid relay
CI249 open circuit in stop light switch circuit

x1 new stop light switch ($118.30nzd +tax)

I found the same part available #8434019025 from the states for $24.22, god we get ripped for parts here in New Zealand.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeey01nzl

Okay now I'm really confused...

ABS light comes on, I don't own any diag stuff to plug into it so I jumpered 4 & 13. ABS light flashes 4 times then goes out, then flashes 9 times.
None of this even comes close to what is listed above.. does anyone know what it's complaining about?

Iain · 07-01-2011, 10:26 PM

I have two 07 Yaris', a sedan and a HB. The ABS problem, I believe, is due to road salt probably causing corrosion. The dealer will fix, I believe, for about $600 - $1000 by replacing all the wiring (not needed only the rear wheels cause the problem). I found that the front wheels were fine. However on the rear wheels the elctrical connection going into the wheel hub does not have an outer plastic insulation covering (as it does on the front hub) only the individual wires going to the sensor. I sprayed the cables with WD40 and then regular engine oil and filled the little pocket/pit/depression with oil at the hub. After a couple of weeks the ABS came on less frequently. Now after about a month it no longer comes on at all and that has been like that for about 4 months now. Got the idea because the one vehicle I had rust proofed never developed a problem. Hope this helps someone and save a pocket full of cash.
It's heaven, before the ABS light was always on.
Cheers Iain

salmonz · 07-02-2011, 12:49 AM

If you're handy and Toyota seems a bit much, you can always order 2 new after market rear ABS sensors for $288 CAD (taxes, brokerage and shipping included) from Rockauto. http://goo.gl/L6z5o

"G" · 04-13-2012, 11:43 PM

Here is how to save your toyota from rusting if you drive it in the winter >> http://www.fluid-film.com/ Spray it on all metal surfaces underneath your car and suspension. As well as these skid sensor connections and you won't have these problems. This stuff is amazing.

ChitownY@Ris · 07-28-2011, 10:56 AM

These sensors went out on me a couple times. Each time they were covered by Toyota warranty. First time was a few months after I bought the car brand new. Second time was two years later, which I thought was related to me pulling the hand break and drifting from time to time. But as I said, Toyota replaced sensors nonetheless. Now I have 2000 miles left under my 75000 mile warranty, so after that if it happens again, I guess I'll be in the same boat as some guys here looking to buy sensors and DIY.

derickveliz2 · 07-28-2011, 11:21 PM

Mine are ON all the time now! I guess I'm going to have to get down there and solder them directly.

D.

jit · 08-20-2011, 09:39 AM

i did an abs at dixie toyota for 1000 cad right in the thick of a january snow - they changed wire and the calipers or so i think - sometimes when it rains i also have an engine check - surely toyota canada does not not give a damn of canadian weather for our 20000plus money - toyota was the best, now falling way behind ford, hyundai et al.
They need take responsibilities of their mess over n over, Toyota Engineering My Ft!

derickveliz2 · 10-13-2011, 01:36 AM

TOYOTA please take notice!

This is why my lights (ABS + BREAK) turn on! (I'm guessing)

I did solder them directly and cover with a Sealant. We'll see how much they hold on!

D.

Dave · 11-06-2011, 05:46 PM

Just a friendly reminder to check on your sensors if you're changing over to your winter tires in the next three weeks or so. I know I'll be giving them their annual cleaning and application of dielectric grease.

It's a lot easier to clean them now, before the temperature gets into the negative double-digits!

03-25-2011, 07:25 PM	#2
N9QGS View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Georgetown, KY Posts: 117	I went to my tire place, they checked all connections; they saw nothing worth alarming, and it only came on one more time after this and now the weather is warmer, it has not returned. I do expect to see it next winter, and I will get it taken care of at that time. __________________ 198K Miles

05-15-2011, 09:09 AM	#4
sternz Drives: 08 Blazing Blue LB Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Milford, PA Posts: 20	I'm having the problem as well, it started happening this past winter. I cleaned the rear sensors and applied Dielectric Tune-up Grease and still have the lights on. I really don't want to have to pay anything to have this problem fixed, since it should be recalled. I'm very disappointed Toyota has done nothing for their clients. Worst part is that unless the design for the sensors themselves are not changed, it will just keep us all going back to the shop. I contacted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints/index.cfm I urge those in the US to do the same. Last edited by sternz; 05-21-2011 at 10:11 AM. Reason: Added direct url for vehicle complaint

05-21-2011, 08:25 AM	#6
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	They turn on and off all the time, specially when wet. D. __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

05-27-2011, 11:10 PM	#7
Mikeey01nzl 91octane $2.24nzd / litre Drives: 05 5d 1.3 CVT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 21	Okay now I'm really confused... ABS light comes on, I don't own any diag stuff to plug into it so I jumpered 4 & 13. ABS light flashes 4 times then goes out, then flashes 9 times. None of this even comes close to what is listed above.. does anyone know what it's complaining about? __________________ Last edited by Mikeey01nzl; 05-27-2011 at 11:51 PM.

07-01-2011, 10:26 PM	#11
Iain I've made a post! Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 1	ABS AGAIN I have two 07 Yaris', a sedan and a HB. The ABS problem, I believe, is due to road salt probably causing corrosion. The dealer will fix, I believe, for about $600 - $1000 by replacing all the wiring (not needed only the rear wheels cause the problem). I found that the front wheels were fine. However on the rear wheels the elctrical connection going into the wheel hub does not have an outer plastic insulation covering (as it does on the front hub) only the individual wires going to the sensor. I sprayed the cables with WD40 and then regular engine oil and filled the little pocket/pit/depression with oil at the hub. After a couple of weeks the ABS came on less frequently. Now after about a month it no longer comes on at all and that has been like that for about 4 months now. Got the idea because the one vehicle I had rust proofed never developed a problem. Hope this helps someone and save a pocket full of cash. It's heaven, before the ABS light was always on. Cheers Iain

03-25-2011, 04:09 PM	#1
stuffy Drives: 06 yaris 5-dr le man Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: ontario, canada Posts: 699	after a couple of calls to the service manager of my dealership and toyota canada, they ended up covering 80% of the price to replace the faulty sensor and wiring harness on my yaris, so it cost $75 plus the initial $50 diagnostic (this is for the one side only). while i was happy that it did not cost $416 like i was quoted i'm still not entirely satisfied as i think this is a defective part. i think there's a good chance the other side will eventually go as well so i'm wondering if they will hand me the same token for that one?

05-12-2011, 09:44 AM	#3
PrincessKay Drives: Blueberry Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toronto, ON Posts: 2	Both of my lights are on as well - somewhat of a comfort to know that I'm not the only one. I drive an '07 RS HB. I have to go in tomorrow for service so I will talk to them about it then. This really should be a recall...

05-20-2011, 11:30 PM	#5
devinlamothe Drives: '07 Yaris HB Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sudbury, Canada Posts: 520	I've tried almost everything to get Toyota to do SOMETHING about this, but unless I pay them to do the repair they won't budge. Toyota Canada is crap when trying to get anything. They should have really had a recall for this issue since it's happening to more and more people. I just leave the lights on the dash on, I don't care any more since they keep coming back on.

07-02-2011, 12:49 AM	#12
salmonz Drives: 07 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Milton, ON, Canada Posts: 66	If you're handy and Toyota seems a bit much, you can always order 2 new after market rear ABS sensors for $288 CAD (taxes, brokerage and shipping included) from Rockauto. http://goo.gl/L6z5o

04-13-2012, 11:43 PM	#13
"G" Drives: 2007 Yaris Hatch Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 346	Here is how to save your toyota from rusting if you drive it in the winter >> http://www.fluid-film.com/ Spray it on all metal surfaces underneath your car and suspension. As well as these skid sensor connections and you won't have these problems. This stuff is amazing.

07-28-2011, 10:56 AM	#14
ChitownY@Ris View User's Garage Drives: '07 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 113	These sensors went out on me a couple times. Each time they were covered by Toyota warranty. First time was a few months after I bought the car brand new. Second time was two years later, which I thought was related to me pulling the hand break and drifting from time to time. But as I said, Toyota replaced sensors nonetheless. Now I have 2000 miles left under my 75000 mile warranty, so after that if it happens again, I guess I'll be in the same boat as some guys here looking to buy sensors and DIY. __________________

07-28-2011, 11:21 PM	#15
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	Mine are ON all the time now! I guess I'm going to have to get down there and solder them directly. D. __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

08-20-2011, 09:39 AM	#16
jit I've made a post! Drives: yaris sedan 2008 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: ontario Posts: 1	i did an abs at dixie toyota for 1000 cad right in the thick of a january snow - they changed wire and the calipers or so i think - sometimes when it rains i also have an engine check - surely toyota canada does not not give a damn of canadian weather for our 20000plus money - toyota was the best, now falling way behind ford, hyundai et al. They need take responsibilities of their mess over n over, Toyota Engineering My Ft!

10-13-2011, 01:36 AM	#17
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	TOYOTA please take notice! This is why my lights (ABS + BREAK) turn on! (I'm guessing) I did solder them directly and cover with a Sealant. We'll see how much they hold on! D. __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

11-06-2011, 05:46 PM	#18
Dave Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 100	Just a friendly reminder to check on your sensors if you're changing over to your winter tires in the next three weeks or so. I know I'll be giving them their annual cleaning and application of dielectric grease. It's a lot easier to clean them now, before the temperature gets into the negative double-digits!