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Old Mar 26, 2009 | 12:31 AM
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Removing the Abs lock system

today i was trying to do donuts with m auto 8 but i notice the abs system locks my breaks so i cant do, but the abs light stayed on and it let me do donuts burnouts but i turn off my car and it was gone and yet again it kept locking.

my question is is there and video or a forum website that can help me in removing this abs lock system
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 12:59 AM
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Push the switch marked DSC.
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 01:03 AM
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the abs system only works when braking.

if you are braking while doing donuts you are doing it wrong.

now if you are not braking. look in the glove box and read the owners manual lots of helpful info. i would start with the dsc section.

or you could search dsc and see if you have any luck.

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Old Mar 26, 2009 | 01:04 AM
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Originally Posted by StealthTL
Push the switch marked DSC.
fail.. risk management issue.

btw, this is a tc and dsc issue.. it needs the secret push.

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Old Mar 26, 2009 | 01:12 AM
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hold the dsc button down for a couple of secs. but how even with it off the AT does not produce enough power to spin the tires. or thats just mine
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 01:16 AM
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Originally Posted by swoope
fail.. risk management issue.

btw, this is a tc and dsc issue.. it needs the secret push.

beers
don't tell him about the "secret push" Swoope - that would just be wrong ...
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 01:22 AM
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well i dont know my 8 can do it wet or dry it just locks everytime i try doing a diffrent turn

what you mean secret push? or is this a joke cuz its a auto
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 02:07 AM
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it's a joke because you're trying to do donuts in your car. was anyone from fast and the furious in the car with you? did "danger to manifold" pop up on the display?
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 02:18 AM
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i am sure everyone at least has tried it i mean big open space no cops got nothing to do
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 05:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Myztiq
i am sure everyone at least has tried it i mean big open space no cops got nothing to do
the joke is you have not bothered to read the owners manual.

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Old Mar 26, 2009 | 06:38 AM
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It matters not, if he knows the secret (and yes, if you are incapable of using the search button, it is an actual, real-life, secret.) He is doomed from the start; one might say, autotragically.

And laythor, donuts are fun (and delishous!). You should try them.
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 08:13 AM
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The Anti-lock braking (not breaking) system doesn’t.... wait for it ... lock! It's an Anti-locking system.

It's a New Moon this evening but I'd swear it's like a Full Moon around here today. Geesch!!!!
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 08:20 AM
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Hold DSC button for like 5 seconds and the TC light will appear. Now go do donuts and destroy your car. Don't come complain when you're hearing 'strange noises' from your transmission.
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 08:39 AM
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If you have the base line model like I do. Just pull the fuse for it
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 10:45 AM
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Well, although it is the dsc switch that he needs, the DSC system does use the ABS system (in addition to the throttle) the brake individual wheels and bring the car back on line.
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 11:11 AM
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Well dont care if my car breaks apart i still have my sti
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 11:18 AM
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When he wrecks the car and injures human life a lawyer will come calling.
Demanding the name of the user on this post.
You will go to jail for adding in a Crime.

To enforce behavior like this is the same thing as posting racing.
Old Mar 26, 2009 | 12:25 PM
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bring it to the dealer and explain the problem... it's an easy fix.

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Old Mar 27, 2009 | 04:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Brettus
don't tell him about the "secret push" Swoope - that would just be wrong ...
crap,

i am not sure which push does what.

i just disconnect the battery before i get on the track.

all the lights on the dash are lit up.. kool.

beers
Old Mar 27, 2009 | 04:23 AM
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Oh no. No DCS ABS on a SS 8!!!!!!!!!! why are you guys not telling him about... The "curse"!
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