13-17 Honda Accord ABS Light Code 121-11 VSA Solenoid Malfunction

Today we have a 2013 Honda Accord 4 cylinder with multiple DTC's and warning lights. We diagnosed this car as having a faulty VSA (ABS) pump and walk you through the replacement procedure. This repair does require you to have a scan tool to perform the zero point calibration after the replacement. The bleeding procedure is pretty standard but we show you that as well. This process should be the same for 2013 Honda Accord, 2014 Honda Accord, 2015 Honda Accord, 2016 Honda Accord, and 2017 Honda Accord.
Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
0:32 - Diagnostics
0:59 - Removal
4:35 - Install
7:39 - Bleeding
10:26 - Calibration (Scan Tool Required)
11:49 - Verification
12:25 - Outro

Пікірлер: 122

  • @ericheywood7842
    @ericheywood7842Ай бұрын

    My 2014 Honda Accord had these codes. I removed the black module (only 4 small screws and the wiring plug) and left the ABS pump body in. Since I didn't have to remove any break lines/tubes it saved me from having to bleed the brakes. I mailed the module into Module Masters and they sent it back in 3 days fully refurbished. $300 after shipping. Reinstalled it in 10 minutes, drove it around and the indicator reset itself after a few minutes. All fixed! Module Masters gave me a 5-year warranty on it. Easiest repair ever.

  • @yeepo4

    @yeepo4

    Ай бұрын

    Hey, is it still working fine? My car has these lights. Thinking of sending just the module

  • @robbieanderson9387

    @robbieanderson9387

    14 күн бұрын

    Awesome! How did you get at the two bottom screws on the module box?

  • @joseacebo4511

    @joseacebo4511

    13 күн бұрын

    ⁠​⁠@@robbieanderson9387 shows you how to take off the bottom 2 kzread.info/dash/bejne/jI2jtMWQgKrIkps.htmlsi=o81p6nHAqyCgiI6Z

  • @krzysiekka8450

    @krzysiekka8450

    13 күн бұрын

    After I read your comment I did exactly the same thing and it worked.How did you find them ?Module master 100% recommended.Thank you .

  • @jorgevallegomez9035
    @jorgevallegomez90356 ай бұрын

    Excellent performance in the brake system service. Thank so much for video.

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @jackknight593
    @jackknight5932 ай бұрын

    Great Information fo replacement....

  • @catalinmarianbanica3475
    @catalinmarianbanica3475 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot for the information, i have fixed my Honda Insight ABS module motor pump stuck... anyway, good luck for the future! Greetings from Bucharest, Romania!

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Congratulations!

  • @catalinmarianbanica3475

    @catalinmarianbanica3475

    11 ай бұрын

    Will be back for more videos about Honda automotive, i have 4 Honda cars, so i suppose i need plenty of information. Thanks again, have a nice weekend!😇@@automotiveinsight

  • @GoGators198
    @GoGators1988 ай бұрын

    Any video sharing knowledge on this problem is valuable. Thank you. That being said, it is even easier (as long as you have basic DIY skills) to remove only the black ABS module and leave the brake lines still connected to the silver colored block. Send the module off for rebuild and re-install. I used Module Master and got great service, plus they back their work up with a warranty. You can drive the car without the module - will be lots of warning lights on and no ABS/Traction Control. 2014 Accord Sport here.

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you and you're right. I have done this on other vehicles in the past if parts are hard to come by.

  • @brindan1609

    @brindan1609

    7 ай бұрын

    This is what I was wondering! So it is completely good to send the black module for repair while still driving with the main pump connected? Does it still require a brake bleed using this method since the lines are not disconnected?

  • @GoGators198

    @GoGators198

    7 ай бұрын

    @@brindan1609No brake bleed needed because you’re not disconnecting any lines. Car will not have ABs or traction control. Cover up the exposed areas while your module is gone to keep dirt out of the electronics.

  • @brindan1609

    @brindan1609

    7 ай бұрын

    @@GoGators198 that’s perfect! Besides no ABS / traction control, I assume everything else would be fine to drive for a few days?

  • @ameripinoy

    @ameripinoy

    7 ай бұрын

    you’re awesome thanks

  • @obxmay
    @obxmay10 ай бұрын

    Great, informative & helpful video. You likely will save some Accord owners a ~lot~ of money! It seems that Honda quality has been slipping these past 10 years or so. What a shame. I hope they can get it right again and I'm also hoping my '13 Accord 6MT never needs this repair! I don't think my next new car will be a Honda which is sad as I've been a Honda fan since buying a 1987 Civic Si back when I was starting out as a driver.

  • @jensgronning4436

    @jensgronning4436

    Ай бұрын

    Honda is still the gold standard. What other brand would you suggest? Toyota would be the only one and they just had to recall a couple hundred thousand v6 turbo truck engines.

  • @danielg33125
    @danielg3312511 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video, and thank you all for the comments, learned a lot. I have a 2013 Honda Civic with this code ordered part and have been waiting for 6 months for the part to arrive current status unknown. Issue diagnosed at around 122k miles and currently have 132k miles on car. The light would come on and off intermittently since November of last year but erroneously received a suggestion from the dealer that it might be a software update issue so might not be a serious problem, they would only do it if the codes light up which it was not always on but maybe a few minutes every couple hours of operation back then. I saw someone got a loaner while waiting for this part to arrive. What functional aspect of the vehicle is not working?

  • @GregsAutomotive
    @GregsAutomotive6 ай бұрын

    U can heat up the flare nuts with bolt induction heater or heat gun to the module with penatrating fluid.

  • @seansredl9124
    @seansredl9124Ай бұрын

    A lot of times tightening the line can bust the threads for you also, then you can remove. Valve lapping compound looks pretty slick! Increase friction yeah?

  • @ZafarAli-lk6kq
    @ZafarAli-lk6kq4 ай бұрын

    Nice video. My 2014 accord is having same issue. I will fix it for mine. However I sae in another video that black module can be repaired. So will try to fix it in my workshop.

  • @iamoudom

    @iamoudom

    Ай бұрын

    Did you get it repaired ?

  • @javere21

    @javere21

    Ай бұрын

    there are places that repair them for a faction of the cost of a new module.

  • @michaelwhelan564
    @michaelwhelan5645 ай бұрын

    Informative certainly. I thought you needed to fully cycle the ABS unit with the diagnostic in order to fully expel the air from within???

  • @david5128
    @david51282 ай бұрын

    Yes I have a 2013 Honda crosstour and I'm getting the same trouble code but I'll check with Honda with the discount that complete pieces like $1,100 and I believe the remanufactured module I think is between $300 and $400 so I just wonder how long the remanufactured module last😊

  • @giopirmisashvili5514
    @giopirmisashvili55144 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤thank you

  • @leroywilliams1750
    @leroywilliams17503 ай бұрын

    Does the code numbers on the abs module pump have to match when changing it?

  • @peternguyen7090
    @peternguyen7090 Жыл бұрын

    I have same problems this car as well but I scanner a code is 123-11 is that the same part I need

  • @lemussss2011
    @lemussss20115 ай бұрын

    I have question my car is 2013 Honda accord sport I buy abs 2012 I don’t know is work ? Or what years I need for my. Car help me please

  • @user-tg6jt7jr8m
    @user-tg6jt7jr8m11 ай бұрын

    Is there a way to do the sensor re learn without the tool? I found a used module, from exact same model 2013 Accord LX-S. I can do the replacement but not sure the re learn can be done through the OBD2 jumper procedure.

  • @Khozmyc

    @Khozmyc

    3 ай бұрын

    Did u fugure out if there was another way?

  • @JUST_GUNZ4881
    @JUST_GUNZ48813 ай бұрын

    Im getting vsa signal failed 85-01 and fwc lwd sensor giving( invalid data ) uo416 anyone know if this is vsa croaking out or if its just maybe a fuse.. have already changed the battery. problem is intermiten sometimes itll be on as soon as i turn the car on sometimes i need to drive for a few miles im so stuck on this issue

  • @DefencelessDuck
    @DefencelessDuck18 күн бұрын

    think i could slap a 2011 civic vsa setup on my 13 civic?

  • @rogerbaker5090
    @rogerbaker50907 ай бұрын

    How do you remove that connector exactly? I see you pry up a tab on top, but isn't there a bottom tab too? What do you do with that white piece? Do you lift it or push it back (away)? Thanks please!!!

  • @ZafarAli-lk6kq

    @ZafarAli-lk6kq

    4 ай бұрын

    That white part on the connector is pulling type to unlock the connector.

  • @javiercs9585
    @javiercs9585 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, there. ABS Module part its in "back order" status. I cant found original part. Can you tell me where did you get it?. I need one for a 2017 Accord Sport CVT.

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    Жыл бұрын

    Our local Honda dealer ordered it and had it in a few days.

  • @javiercs9585

    @javiercs9585

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @danielg33125

    @danielg33125

    11 ай бұрын

    @@automotiveinsight I have been waiting 6 months for mine and they keep on pushing the ETA date and bringing this back to unknown status. Currently unknown with 3 other vehicles also waiting for the part.

  • @michaelmontes9820
    @michaelmontes9820 Жыл бұрын

    Hello I had the 121-11 code listed , mechanic replaced the module, did the reset and calibration but vsa light and traction, abs and fwc fault are still on any tips?

  • @brycepond934

    @brycepond934

    Жыл бұрын

    You figure this out ?

  • @treygriffin6318

    @treygriffin6318

    11 ай бұрын

    Could be the wheel speed sensors and also I’ve found this problem to happen after put non matching tires on the car “more than 2 different brands”

  • @pall5114
    @pall5114 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video great job. Do you have any suggestion or alternative to buying the Honda part being that it is so expensive? Any thoughts on having it repaired. Can I drive without replacing it, like in the old days no ABS? Can this result in other damage?

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    Жыл бұрын

    Someone in the comments said they were having theirs sent out for repair. Maybe reach out to them.

  • @Sammarroquin

    @Sammarroquin

    8 ай бұрын

    Where can I send it to get repaired???

  • @davegod75
    @davegod759 ай бұрын

    are there any code readers I can buy to reset the lights myself? I got my module repaired but the lights are still on after installing

  • @Hullified

    @Hullified

    8 ай бұрын

    I’ve seen a few videos where they had to use a jumper wire to make those lights go away.

  • @omranel-khatib4117
    @omranel-khatib411710 ай бұрын

    How did you get it out without brake fluid oozing out? I had quite a mess after removal.

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    10 ай бұрын

    I usually just put my fingers over the holes, but you could also take the caps off the new one and thread them into the old one before removal.

  • @michaellandolfi6849
    @michaellandolfi6849 Жыл бұрын

    Hi I have a 2016 Honda Accord EX-L V6. My VSA light is not on but other lights on my dashboard are on. The ABS, Tire Pressure, BRAKE, Powering Steering, and the Stability Control lights keep turning on and off and keep repeating that. I scanned the car and the code 121-11 VSA Solenoid Valve Malfunction comes up. If the VSA light on the dash is not lighting up but my scanner has that code, do you think that means I need to replace the ABS Module? Also, how do I find out before starting this job if my scanner being (the CRP123 Professional) can do the neutral position memorization procedure? Thank You In Advance For Your Help!

  • @Tubetechnician

    @Tubetechnician

    Жыл бұрын

    Crp123 scan tool. I dont see it listing a zero point/ neutral position as a special function

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    Жыл бұрын

    Ours was doing the same thing. I think it would intermittently lose communication with the vsa module. That’s more than likely the issue. It is a pretty commonly failed part. As for the scan tool I’m not sure but the previous comment said it doesn’t look like it has that function.

  • @Monika-sx2gv

    @Monika-sx2gv

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a 2014 accord with the same code. The OEM part is on back order. My mechanic is sending out the whole module for repair.

  • @seawavedv8675

    @seawavedv8675

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello sir, my 2013 Honda Accord has the same issue? Where did you buy that VSA pump? Could you let me know please? Thanks in advance

  • @joshuac5932

    @joshuac5932

    8 ай бұрын

    @@seawavedv8675did you find out where to order module from ? I need one too

  • @seawavedv8675
    @seawavedv8675 Жыл бұрын

    Hello sir, my 2013 Honda Accord has the same issue? Where did you buy that VSA pump? Could you let me know please? Thanks in advance

  • @fsx0567

    @fsx0567

    Жыл бұрын

    please file a complain against honda through highway safety admins website more reports = quick response or fix from honda

  • @zzz718

    @zzz718

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fsx0567 just reported it. Thanks for the tip. Can’t find the part anywhere and have this issue.

  • @eyem27

    @eyem27

    11 ай бұрын

    Any update on your car?

  • @shannadeoliveira2054

    @shannadeoliveira2054

    6 күн бұрын

    @@fsx0567where do i go for this?

  • @nycmarbel
    @nycmarbel10 ай бұрын

    I need to replaced the same part!! For my accord 2015 do you have a link to order the part? Or the part name

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    10 ай бұрын

    ABS module. We ordered it from Honda dealer. According to the comment section, most people are saying they’re on back order.

  • @jaimenevarez6339
    @jaimenevarez63399 ай бұрын

    I have a 2014 Accord with the same problem, how do I know which module is compatible with my car?

  • @jaimenevarez6339

    @jaimenevarez6339

    9 ай бұрын

    Sometimes the lights are off and stay that way and other times they stay on.

  • @mac2920
    @mac29209 ай бұрын

    Hey guys. I have a 2014 Honda Accord Sedan LX with similar issue. ABS, Brake, Traction Control lights are all on. I've been chasing this down for 3 months. Is it possible the fuse could cause this? I ordered a used pump on EBAY but it was for a 2015. When my mechanic put it in he said it wouldn't talk with the ECU computer. My question is does that matter? I have not noticed any effect on the car with braking or anything else and Id love to get these lights off. When I start the car in the morning the lights go off for 2 hours making me think its getting a bad signal and might be a fuse or bad relay. I would appreciate your thoughts on this. My car has 121K and I am the original owner and dealers are crazy what they want to fix something like this. Car runs great.

  • @joshuac5932

    @joshuac5932

    8 ай бұрын

    Have you fixed your problem ? If so what was it .?

  • @mac2920

    @mac2920

    8 ай бұрын

    @@joshuac5932 no the lights stay off for 2 hours in the morning and from a cold start. There is nothing mechanical wrong with the car and I just ignore when they pop on. Makes me think it's something else.

  • @javere21

    @javere21

    Ай бұрын

    The car can still be driven with these lights, you just wont have the abs capabilities of helping to stop when braking hard. abs prevent your wheels from locking up with breaking. but uou still have regular braking power. I have this issue with my car and i refuse to pay honda $3k to fix it. I came across several Companies that specialize in fixing these for like $200 to $300. Just make sure you have that DTC 121-11 code. which is the common code with all the modules that has this same problem.

  • @PresidentUSVI
    @PresidentUSVI4 ай бұрын

    What symptoms are the vehicle is experiencing? Don’t just give the code or lights.

  • @LANTHENS
    @LANTHENSАй бұрын

    Should use a rag when bleeding module. Brake fluid is corrosive .

  • @jg-tf1rt
    @jg-tf1rt Жыл бұрын

    Just wondering why would the module fail?? Thanks for another awesome video!

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    Жыл бұрын

    Some electrical issue in the module. Poor solder or something. It’s pretty common on these cars.

  • @konotreal7126
    @konotreal71265 ай бұрын

    if I replace with used one do I need to reprogram it?

  • @ZafarAli-lk6kq

    @ZafarAli-lk6kq

    4 ай бұрын

    It does not require programming.

  • @MrSamPhoenix
    @MrSamPhoenix10 ай бұрын

    This part is extremely expensive. Would it be ok to buy a third party ABS module

  • @teenice894

    @teenice894

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes, I bought a used one for 50 bucks. Over 1yr later all is still well. $1200-$1800 new from Honda!!! That wasn't an option. There are companies that rebuild them for around $200 but your car will be down for about 3-4 days until part gets shipped back to you. 2013 Honda accord.... I still have my old one that I will rebuild if/when the used one fails. Ebay has used and rebuild services for these

  • @GregsAutomotive
    @GregsAutomotive8 ай бұрын

    I used my scan tool to see the solenoid itself. And the value was stuck. Boom. Bad

  • @jwuonog
    @jwuonog11 ай бұрын

    About the brake bleeding...your friend is only pressing the brake halfway down?

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    11 ай бұрын

    Yeah

  • @jwuonog

    @jwuonog

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@automotiveinsightcouldn't you just bleed at the brakes instead? Why bleed at the module? Just curious as I'm about to replace this on my dad's car

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    11 ай бұрын

    @@jwuonog you can, it just takes longer.

  • @marcosilva5243
    @marcosilva524311 ай бұрын

    Why there is no pressure when you bleed the calipers

  • @automotiveinsight

    @automotiveinsight

    11 ай бұрын

    Because we’re going slow and only using about half the brake pedal stroke.

  • @AliRaza-jh5py
    @AliRaza-jh5py9 ай бұрын

    Any good website to find 2012 HONDA ACCORD ABS MODULATOR & PUMP ASSEMBLY (US MARKET), SEDAN, 2.4L AUTOMATIC

  • @pokettomonsta

    @pokettomonsta

    Ай бұрын

    You must be indian

  • @brushawnb2379
    @brushawnb23793 ай бұрын

    Does the fcw and ldw light have something to do with vsa

  • @nathalyb3496

    @nathalyb3496

    Ай бұрын

    Im trying to find out the same thing… let me know if you did!!

  • @itswiz4785

    @itswiz4785

    Күн бұрын

    Mine is doing this as well. I took it to the dealer, they said replace the ABS module.

  • @mikeowens3739
    @mikeowens3739 Жыл бұрын

    Where did you order a new VSA Modular? I’ve been waiting for a month to just see if they can order them. 2 dealerships have them on back order.

  • @fsx0567

    @fsx0567

    Жыл бұрын

    Been waiting for my VSA for 17 accord v6 since march 😭... I am actually suing Honda now

  • @mikeowens3739

    @mikeowens3739

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fsx0567 what’s the information for the paperwork. This is ridiculous and they need to add it to the recall.

  • @pinpinpula9863

    @pinpinpula9863

    Жыл бұрын

    I have been waiting since June. The dealer gave me a loaner. Are you driving yours while you wait?

  • @mikeowens3739

    @mikeowens3739

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pinpinpula9863 yes I am. I’m thinking about buying one online and having the dealership install it

  • @fsx0567

    @fsx0567

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mikeowens3739 Problem with that is that they won't insure it.. so no warranty

  • @user-qh7ip6ju7z
    @user-qh7ip6ju7z4 ай бұрын

    Cuanto cuesta el modulo vsa

  • @Tarek3162001
    @Tarek31620016 ай бұрын

    Way Too Much Mess With The Oil For Bleeding The Brakes