Abs Troubleshooting - Honda Transalp XL700V Manual

ABS TROUBLESHOOTING

• Perform inspection with the ignition switch
turned OFF, unless otherwise specified.
• Refer to the ABS Connector Locations (page 16-
5). All connector diagrams in the troubleshooting
are viewed from the terminal side.
• Use a fully charged battery. Do not diagnose with
a charger connected to the battery.
• When the ABS modulator assembly is detected
to be faulty, recheck the wire harness and con-
nector connections closely before replacing it.
• After diagnostic troubleshooting, erase the prob-
lem code (page 16-9).
Then test ride the motorcycle above 5 km/h (3
mph) and check the other problem code by
retrieving the self-diagnosis system (page 16-7).
• Before starting the diagnosis and troubleshoot-
ing, check the ABS modulator power/ground line
(page 16-24).
Also, check the ABS indicator circuit (page 16-
11).
PROBLEM CODE 11, 12 or 42 (Front
Wheel Speed Sensor)
• The ABS indicator might blink under unusual
riding or conditions (page 16-10).
This is temporary failure. Erase the problem code
(page 16-9).
Then test ride the motorcycle above 5 km/h (3
mph) and check the problem code by retrieving
the self-diagnosis system (page 16-8).
• If the problem code 12 is indicated, check the
front brake for drag.
1. Speed Sensor Air Gap Inspection
Support the motorcycle securely using a hoist or
equivalent and raise the wheel off the ground.
Measure the clearance (air gap) between the
sensor and pulser ring at several points by turn-
ing the wheel slowly.
STANDARD: 0.4 – 1.2 mm (0.02 – 0.05 in)
Is the air gap correct?
NO
YES
– Check each part for deformation and
looseness and correct
Recheck the air gap.
– GO TO STEP 2.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
accordingly.
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