Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

hello all. very minimal knowledge on cars etc so I thought I would look to you guys for advice. I assume the SAM tests are pretty accurate? Does anyone mind telling me how critical the following issues are and if they are really as important as the analysis indicates. Also, if they are important, how expensive to have it fixed? Thanks in advance!

P0702-ENG

Damaged TCM(?) with an internal failure

26-1 AT 3rd Pressure System Failure

12-ABS
Malfunction with the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

81-ABS Continuous TCS Operation
Vehicle Stability Assist Modulator Control unit has a fault and must be replaced.

81-ABS CPU/VSA Control Unit and ROM/RAM Diagnosis
Vehicle Stability Assist Modulator Control unit has a fault and must be replaced.

17-6 ENG

RE: Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

Interesting results.... I don't know all of the issues off hand.... the ABS unit appears to have failed completely which means that you no longer have ABS, the brakes will work but will not bring the added function/safety of an ABS system, not to mention one of the speed sensors that helps it make its decisions appears to be bad anyway. The TCM issue I've heard of but can't think of.... My brain is fried right now....

Long and short: ABS is expensive to repair but important for vehicle safety and high speed braking....

RE: Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

Thanks for the info...any idea about how much it may set me back?

RE: Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

The ABS system repair will likely run around $1500.
What problems is the car giving you while it is running? That may help in the diagnosis.

RE: Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

no probs that i notice...just saw the maintenance req light and decided i would see what the prob is....would i be ok to drive like that? i assume so since people didnt use to have ABS...but i dont want to be driving one day and not have brakes

RE: Did a SAM Analyis on my 98 Accord EX w/ 102k miles
 

The ABS and regular brakes are separate systems, so you can drive without ABS and have no worries about normal braking.

Just be aware that you can lock up the brakes, since the ABS system will not kick to prevent that.