How to fix abs light issue code: c1296 

Thank you

Thank you

Yes, and I also grinding noise from the hub.

Haha, I hate the dealers. I’m glad I was able to help out. I’m not sure what hcu unit is. Did your truck yet?

@@4x2WagonFamily dealer tried to screw me ,by lying to me . I bought the same scanner you use. These are the codes I have C1280 C1963 C116A looks like I’m sending off the control module to have repaired on 1-4-21

@@jeffjshrum47 Hello Jeff, saw your comment and was curious where you are sending the abs unit to? I am certainly glad to hear that I have options now. I assume it will be for a fraction of the price of a new one which is fantastic considering the likelihood premature failure.

@@Sheeeeeeeeeeeeiiitt he’s sending off his control module not the speed sensor.

@@jeffjshrum47 any advice once you installed the refurbished module? I sent mine off, Got it back and installed it last night. The removal/install itself wasn’t too difficult, working from below the truck and ontop through the engine bay removing the air intake/filter assembly. I contemplated using a 5/32 but aired on the side of caution and went with the E5 torx as it had a better bite. Cross cross pattern when installing. I have not hooked the battery back up yet. I plan to take my truck to a local shop and ask if they have abs brake bleeding via scantool. Also for them to use their scan tool to clear the codes….the only instructions I received from the refurbish was to “clear codes with abs compatible scantool and check other components within abs system.” Hopefully this refurbish will clear the lights, and other communication related codes. My brakes have been serviced a year ago with new rotors and pads. If you or anyone else who reads this that has experience please do share. This video was very resourceful regarding the wheel speed sensor and the repairs/tools….but for those dealing with module related aspect I figured we could do the same for the next guy who reads our comments. Thanks again.

Turn your truck to the start position don’t start it . take your battery terminal off for 5 min put back on turn off then turn the truck back on tada

Ended up being the entire hub needed to be replaced. Replaced it with a motorcraft hub and new sensor and the code went away and no more “pinging”

Agree.

Did you replace the hub? If not you’ll wanna do that.

I drove my truck for few days with the light on. Your abs may not work tho.

Did you ever resolve this problem? I have the exact same problem with my 2012 fusion.

You’ll need to plug odb code reader to get the exact error.

Possibly. Are you getting any error codes from your odb reader?

I’m assuming your ODB ready can clear codes, but it’s not working? Did you buy ford OEM sensor or aftermarket? I’d strongly suggest OEM ford. I would also make sure that there’s no debris or mud around the hub.

@@4x2WagonFamily purchased a Motocraft Sensor. Also checked the hub and it was fine. I'm beginning to think because it wouldn't clear at all that it's a hard fault concerning the ABS unit. I'll let you know the outcome. Thanks

@@4x2WagonFamily to update.... Gained access to a more advanced OBD Comp and it indicated a break in the wheel sensor line between the ABS controller and the Sensor connection point. Accessed the main bundle with more that 20 wires in it. Found chafing damage and corrosion in the given line below the air filter housing in the engine compartment. Repaired the line. All codes clear. Good to go!

gr8dfender 👍🏼 nice job!

You’ll need to plug in a diagnostic scanner like the one I’m using in the video to get the correct speed sensor wheel. Once you figure that out it’s straight forward if you watch my video.

@@4x2WagonFamily gracias amigo👍

Yes, but you may damages the hub. Like I did in my case.

What did you figure out??

What did you figure out? Mines came on after I did my lift kit

@@Dell92 ABS Speed Sensor. Super cheap and easy fix.

@@louisscutti8497 Yeap it was the speed sensor. $340 fix from the dealership

Try disconnecting your battery and reconnect after few minutes. Hopefully, that will reset the system. Change your scan tool to ABS and run the diagnostic. Go back to my video and follow the sequence, hopefully they’ll help if not let me know. Cheer!

I have done all that checkt fuse all over i change the battery fuse ass well. do you think its the abs module that went bad?

It’s hard to say. Are you able to scan? Are you getting any codes?

No codes if i scan regular light is on green but when i go to the abs it tells me no Connection to check connection

I would replace your scan tool and try again.

I hope my video helps.