I have a 1997 Acura RL, Just last week, when gently braking, the pedal releases for a moment and I hear a motor of some kind engage. This only lasts a moment and the brake takes hold again. I bought the car on a very limited budget, and I don‘t have much to repair issues. The ABS light, TCS light and Check Engine lights have been on since I bought it a year ago. The pads and rotors are fine, as is the brake fluid level. What on earth is this?! If it‘s simply the ABS, can‘t I pull the fuse and just drive the car w/o the ABS system? Please auto gods, I need your help!
Sounds like a wheel speed sensor to me. Since both the ABS and traction control system use these, and both lights are on. You can not just pull a fuse as it uses the main computer for these systems. It shouldn't be too costly to repair, 150 bucks parts and labor is what I had to pay for mine.
sounds like 1 of the wheel sensors is bad. before changing them check the plug-ins going to them to see if they are loose or corroded.
Could be the wheel sensor or the ABS module. Look at the rotors to be sure the ABS ring is clean. Clean the wheel sensor too while you are there. Dirty ring and sensor will cause havoc with the ABS. good luck.
