How to Diagnose and Fix ABS Light on Toyota 97-01 Without Scan Tool

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How to fix your ABS light without using any scan tool. This fix works on most Toyota / Lexus models made in 97-01. Learn how to read and clear ABS codes easily without a scan tool. Learn how to replace an ABS speed sensor.
Toyota in video is a 1998 Avalon. V6 3.0 liter 1MZ-FE engine.
0:00 Diagnosing ABS Code
1:39 Removing ABS Speed Sensor
4:31 Installing New Sensor
5:50 Wheel and Seat Reassembly
6:22 Clearing ABS Codes
John 3 : 16

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  • @fobriste
    @fobriste3 жыл бұрын

    I seriously wish everyone used your videos as examples. No music, direct and simple explanations, camera showing exactly what is needed without excessive movement and nothing else. Perfect.

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    3 жыл бұрын

    Short, sweet, and simple is best. Glad it helped and thank you for the feedback!

  • @sidefx996
    @sidefx9969 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for taking the time to make this and help others out. My abs light came on and I tried several different scan tools, including one I was told cost more than my car. The paper clip gave me the only accurate diagnosis. Two wheels sensors later the ABS light turned right off and I'm back in business with the ABS working perfect once again. Thank you again and God Bless.

  • @BG-xh5rb
    @BG-xh5rb7 ай бұрын

    It's a good video without all the fanfare, bells, and whistles. No excessive rambling or camera jerking. Thanks for the fix!

  • @prickayeey8420
    @prickayeey84203 жыл бұрын

    This is the simplest video ever with great lighting n nice voice. Thank you kind sir

  • @jameswyeth8223
    @jameswyeth82232 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jeff, this worked on my 1998 Toyota Picnic (UK) only took 5 mins to get flash code 32 which was in your book as left front wheel sensor, i will get one ordered thanks for a great helpful video.

  • @jameswyeth8223

    @jameswyeth8223

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sensor fitted today problem solved just needed to drive it a few meters to reset the ABS Light. thanks again Jeff.

  • @EJ257IHI
    @EJ257IHI Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, many thanks. This saves me time and money and a trip to the dealership.

  • @tomscorner9420
    @tomscorner94203 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for your video! While I had a different code, your process of finding the code and clearing the code worked great. You are a lifesaver!

  • @jamesguralski5156
    @jamesguralski51565 ай бұрын

    Yes this worked! I changed my front driver's side cv shaft and hub and bearing! It ended up being just metal fillings on abs wheel speed sensor! Just clean it up ... Did your rest method. Vala

  • @richievellalar3214
    @richievellalar32142 жыл бұрын

    i will try this today , mate , thank you man!

  • @geedog813
    @geedog813 Жыл бұрын

    So helpful nice one !!!!

  • @chillin33
    @chillin33 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy good video👍

  • @cmgaedeke
    @cmgaedeke3 жыл бұрын

    Hi! it worked perfect in my 1998 toyota tercel 4e. I already deleted all the codes greetings from caacupé paraguay!

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s great news! I’m glad it helped, and thank you for the feedback.

  • @hehunches
    @hehunches Жыл бұрын

    I wish I had a code book, sick dude

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    These code explanations can be found in a Haynes repair manual.

  • @khengratha3264
    @khengratha32647 ай бұрын

    Thank for sharing! Is it possible for you to share toyota camry third gen. problem?

  • @Cervezaqueso
    @Cervezaqueso2 жыл бұрын

    Super helpful! When I removed the cap from my data link connector, there was no short pin inside. Would that cause issues? If so, any idea what part # that pin is for me to order a new one? Thanks!

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure on the part number. But I would still attempt to go through the process and just skip the short pin step. In the research I did, some people had success without using it. I just included in the video because that is what the Hanes manual stated to do.

  • @chrisdoe6890
    @chrisdoe68902 жыл бұрын

    I have the speedometer issue on your other video and just ordered part . I did replace the speed sensor and got same code . I still have ABS light on I didn’t do the brake press reset like you did . I’ll have to try that . Is that done while the pins are still jumped ?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes. That will help you clear the codes. If the abs light comes back on later, then you can follow the process at the beginning of video again to determine what the code is and how to address it.

  • @hehunches
    @hehunches Жыл бұрын

    (0:30) Connect E1 to TC with a paperclip (0:48) check dash with paperclip in (6:25) Brake pedal 8 times while ignition on ACC

  • @mojamski
    @mojamski Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Would this be the same for a 98 Sienna you think? Sure hope so just got the doggone ABS light this morning. Where did you come by that procedure? Just curious... :)

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    I believe it should work for that sienna, though the location of the DLC connector may be in a different spot around the engine. I found this procedure in a Haynes repair manual as well as other online videos. But the other videos were not all that clear, so I thought putting this video out may help many others going through the same issue.

  • @DannyWohl
    @DannyWohl Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if this is the same for an '01 lexus es300? I also wonder how much you think this process would cost at a local mechanic? Thank you for the video!

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    I believe it should work for the ES 300 as well. Not sure if there are many mechanics that are willing to try this, but they definitely could if they wanted to. The cost would be dependent on the hourly rate. This job can be done within an hour, maybe two depending on the vehicle’s dash/instrument removal process.

  • @jamesdavidian7717
    @jamesdavidian77178 ай бұрын

    You are a gangster!

  • @OGCfilms
    @OGCfilms2 жыл бұрын

    I've been trying the same thing on my Corolla II but for some reason I can never get it to show a code, the ABS light just endlessly flashes. I ideas what might be wrong?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    If this method isn’t working, it may be best to find a trusted mechanic that has a specialized scanner designed to read Toyota’s abs codes. If he can tell you what’s wrong, you may still save some money if you can repair yourself after paying the cost for the diagnosis. Or, it’s possible that you have a later model Toyota that requires a similar paperclip trick on the OBD port inside the car’s cab.

  • @SLACKLINEDUDE
    @SLACKLINEDUDE2 жыл бұрын

    Hello, I have a Lexus ES300 1998, I had four different numbers 1334. Should I interpret these as two different codes as in 13 and 34? Thanks

  • @SLACKLINEDUDE

    @SLACKLINEDUDE

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also where did you find this book or is it very special

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SLACKLINEDUDE i believe you are correct about it being 13 and 34. I’m not near the book at the moment, but this was from the Haynes repair manual. I bought mine used on eBay.

  • @SLACKLINEDUDE

    @SLACKLINEDUDE

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 Amazing response! You are giving me hope and an opportunity to learn. Thanks!

  • @simranpreetsingh6294
    @simranpreetsingh6294 Жыл бұрын

    Can you please mention the ebay link of this sensor ? i want to buy one of my car camry 2000 left front wheel sensor. Thank you

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    I would just use the search bar in eBay to find it. The link I had was for a different wheel.

  • @mustafakhalil886
    @mustafakhalil886 Жыл бұрын

    hanks for this video the code 33 in this video rear right sensor problem what mean that

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    It means there’s an issue coming from your right rear wheel sensor. It could be a bad connection, or possibly something to do with the rotor, or the sensor itself is bad. Most people have success with just replacing the sensor.

  • @lightshine6044
    @lightshine60446 ай бұрын

    Does this method work for 97 toyota camry 4 cylinder? or does it have to be 6 cylinder?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    6 ай бұрын

    I believe it should work either way

  • @chevalierdeloccident5949
    @chevalierdeloccident59492 жыл бұрын

    I have ABS light on and TRC flashing

  • @alanmichaelclarosescobar4223
    @alanmichaelclarosescobar422329 күн бұрын

    Where do I get ur book for the Toyota I’m trying to get one for the 1997 hilux surf

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    29 күн бұрын

    I bought a Haynes repair manual I found on eBay used. I believe Haynes only published vehicles for the US. You might find the info you need from a Haynes 1997 4-Runner manual.

  • @MariaGonzalez-ei1pv
    @MariaGonzalez-ei1pv2 жыл бұрын

    Is right rear code =means passenger rear side ? Trying to understand the term.diy

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes. Saying “passenger” would be better terminology since it would prevent confusion. Left side = driver side. And right side = passenger side.

  • @user-2uf2kr2c
    @user-2uf2kr2c Жыл бұрын

    Hello, the datalink connector is the obd connector? I want to try this on a toyota ipsum. Regards

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    No. This data link connector is in addition to the OBD connector under the steering wheel.

  • @user-2uf2kr2c

    @user-2uf2kr2c

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 Ok, so in the ipsum they're under the steering wheel?

  • @user-2uf2kr2c

    @user-2uf2kr2c

    Жыл бұрын

    Is this connector specifically for your brakes/abs? Regards

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    @@user-2uf2kr2c as far as I know for the 97-01 models, this fix is done with the connections inside the engine bay. On the 2002 models and up, i believe It can only be done using the OBD connection under the steering wheel. And to answer your other question, those specific connections that were touching the jump wire should only tap into the abs system. My knowledge is limited beyond that.

  • @user-2uf2kr2c

    @user-2uf2kr2c

    Жыл бұрын

    Ok thanks. Godbless

  • @dougB4454
    @dougB4454 Жыл бұрын

    Are you concerned about your high idle? I have the same car.

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    No. That is typical of most Toyotas and Lexus’ of those years. They were designed to idle higher at cold starts until the engine reached the proper operating temperature. Once they are running after a while the idle rpms will drop back to “normal”.

  • @armstrong4358
    @armstrong43582 жыл бұрын

    Did you have to reprogram your abs? Like to relearn? Or you just replaced it and it worked fine?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    No reprogramming should be needed. After codes are cleared, all should be well.

  • @armstrong4358

    @armstrong4358

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 I went to a mechanic and was told that. Just making sure. Thanks and I’ll try to do mine

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@armstrong4358 i guess it could be true, but that might be more of a concern with a modern model.

  • @armstrong4358

    @armstrong4358

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 I see, I got the 1997 Lexus ES300

  • @armstrong4358

    @armstrong4358

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 yeah so just an update maybe for all, i replaced mine and did not do the programming or anything. It worked just fine.

  • @18922mario95
    @18922mario952 жыл бұрын

    When i did the process first time, the code was 31 and then I changed the right front censor and it worked. Then the light turned on again and the code was 31, 32 and 33 this time. How can that be? And what is the problem now?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    That does sound odd. Because all of a sudden it sounds like 3 different wheel sensors went bad at the same time. It might be something that a mechanic should have to look at. Unless you want to take the chance and replace 3 different sensors, including the same one again. But that’s up to you of course.

  • @18922mario95

    @18922mario95

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh man! I am so unlucky with this car, how can it get worse by replacing a sensor… thank you for the tip, I will try to fix it👍

  • @18922mario95

    @18922mario95

    2 жыл бұрын

    *update* Today i tried the method again and the light showed me the code 32, witch it the left front sensor, so I replaced it and pumped the brake 8 times but it didn’t worked. So I pumped the brake in frustration many times (12 times I think) and boom the light turned off 😂 This car is so weird… thanks for the help Jeff! ❤️

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@18922mario95 lol. Way to improvise!

  • @cloudk2030
    @cloudk2030 Жыл бұрын

    I'm a 10 year mechanic, my buddies also are full time mechanics. I have replaced all 4 speed sensors and I also replaced the entire abs module itself. No matter what I do I cannot get the abs light to turn off. The diagnostics doesn't work it doesn't flash. Just stays solid, and our manuals don't have a code for solid lit abs light. Any ideas? Lol this is nuts

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    Hmm. Yeah, I’m not sure why the diagnostic mode is not working. The only thing I can think of at this point is to use a fancier scan tool that can actually read those Toyota abs codes.

  • @damacknificent151
    @damacknificent1515 ай бұрын

    Nine didn't blink fast or anything. It kept giving me code 33 on my 1997 toyota 4runner any other way to clear it?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    5 ай бұрын

    Have you already changed the abs/speed sensor for that wheel?

  • @damacknificent151

    @damacknificent151

    5 ай бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 yes

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    5 ай бұрын

    @@damacknificent151 it’s possible that some variation of the number of brake pedal presses may help clear the code if the part swap was a success. If that doesn’t work, then it may be necessary to use a special scan tool that can recognize Toyota abs codes, or further diagnosis from a mechanic.

  • @armstrong4358
    @armstrong43582 жыл бұрын

    The book that you had, is that the repair manual for your car?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s not the factory Toyota manual, but it’s a repair manual made by Haynes.

  • @armstrong4358

    @armstrong4358

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 thanks, I just found and bought one. The shorting of terminals, is that in the manual too?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@armstrong4358 I’m not sure on that

  • @furmbizz7342
    @furmbizz7342 Жыл бұрын

    What happens if the dlc thing is missing and can you please tell me what code 34 means …thanks

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    The location of the DLC may vary due to the year made and model. As vehicles get newer (sometime after 2001) the DLC is included in the OBD connection. Code 34 means driver side rear wheel sensor.

  • @furmbizz7342

    @furmbizz7342

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 hey jeff my car is 2000 and in the thing you put the paper clip down in there was no silver piece that you removed first..is that normal? Thanks again

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    @@furmbizz7342 it’s possible the short pin may be missing on some models. But I think the process should still work ok without it.

  • @furmbizz7342

    @furmbizz7342

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks jeff yeah i read the code i was just wondering if I needed to buy a short pin for any reason.. my engine light stays on too.. mostly emissions codes

  • @claytonnohara7227
    @claytonnohara72272 жыл бұрын

    Where can I find the list of codes?

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    You should be able to google it or look in the Haynes Repair manual for the list. But you will see the list in the video and probably find your code if you pause it.

  • @aki-pekkaheittola5709
    @aki-pekkaheittola5709 Жыл бұрын

    Mine is just flashing airbag light and abs light is just on

  • @JerzeyPrince23
    @JerzeyPrince23 Жыл бұрын

    My is code 62 and it has something to do with ABS module.

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like you could potentially have a problem with the main computer. Is the engine light on? May need a mechanic to check it out.

  • @JerzeyPrince23

    @JerzeyPrince23

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jeffharrell1874 there’s no check engine light on but ABS lights still on.

  • @phokchunky4000
    @phokchunky40002 жыл бұрын

    Name this book Orr link please sir

  • @jeffharrell1874

    @jeffharrell1874

    2 жыл бұрын

    Googling your code number may bring you the answer. Or if you want the book, you can purchase the Haynes Repair manual.

  • @thagerdorn2009
    @thagerdorn2009 Жыл бұрын

    There's no way that car lives in the rust belt, with that many miles that sensor would have broke off in the knuckle/hub. I'm pretty sure mine needs replaced but I highly doubt it'll come off easily. My car spent it's first years in NJ, then to Washington state, then indiana then Ohio. There's no rust on the car but it looks crusty where the sensor is. Mines a 2000 ES300 Platinum Series.

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