86 560SL $2000 to replace ABS control module???

[PCM84]

Does this seem right -- the ABS dashboard light stays on all the time... but $2000 to replace the module? That's the estimate from my mechanic. They're saying the PART alone costs $1700.

[mbdoc]

Most MB's from 1985 to 1992 used that same computer for ABS! finding a good used one is the best way to go!! I would think that a used one would go for $300!

MB numbers 005-545-51-32 or 003-545-74-32

Bosch numbers 0 265 101 021
0 265 101 019
0 265 101 017
0 265 101 018
0 265 101 020

have you tried HERE (fastlane)?

[nhdoc]

Make sure that the module is bad and not the OVP relay which makes the ABS light go on too and is a very common fault. Also, a fault in any of the sensors can cause the light to stay on. The module is the most expensive part to replace in the system. You ought to easily find one from a recycler for a small fraction of the cost of a new one.

[sublettd]

I've got an ABS computer that should work. Make an offer.

[deanyel]

Can't you take it out and throw it over your shoulder? That's what I do when a hundred ABS sensor goes out. Seriously I would suggest that your car does not have the market value to spend $2,000 on an essentially superfluous part - of course we have no snow or ice here.

[Hit Man X]

Grab one from a local boneyard, ones here even have a 30 day return on bum parts for a slight upcharge... FAR cheaper than $2000. I bet you can get out for $25-40 at the most. Seriously.

[sublettd]

HitMan,

You've obviously not gone shopping lately...especially for an ABS computer.

[Hit Man X]

Originally Posted by sublettd

HitMan,

You've obviously not gone shopping lately...especially for an ABS computer.

The guys here are totally clueless. Apparently you haven't been here.

I bought a vac pump for the door locks, they thought it was a fuse block... $15. They'll just assume it's a normal PCM of sorts and you'll be on your way.



Edit... also, instead of trying to make a fortune from a member, why not help them out.

TO the thread starter - I'll be out at the boneyard this week, probably Thursday or Friday. If you want me to get you one (if they're the same on all S-class when ABS was introduced ~84+ on US cars), let me know. I'll get it for you for the cost of the item, plus shipping only. Nothing else. LMK via PM.

[sublettd]

I've picked up some parts along the way expecting that at some point I'll need them. That has held true for a couple of items already. I'd hardly part with an extremely expensive part for mere peanuts just for the sake of doing so. Especially when I paid more than was offered for the part.

Personally, I'd have a hard time buying a vacuum pump, or some such part, under the guise of it being something else...but that's me.

[Hit Man X]

Well who's to tell you don't run a parts service online own 50 acres and part cars then just not trying to sell someone parts... that's what I got out of your post. No other info was provided. The diesel forum where I hang everyone is more than happy to lend a hand in finding parts or sending stuff along that someone doesn't need.

ABS Module from an 80s vehicle isn't worth much... EEC-IV PCMs for Fords are used to operate the vehicle and they sell new for $200, they sell for $40-80 to give you an idea. ABS isn't required to motor around, just nice to have. It's not like the Module in question is made of gold or super hard to come by, every S class from about 1984+ in the US had them. They're all over the place.

When I brought up the Vac Pump to the counter he said "is this a fuse block"... I said sure. Why disclose more information than necessary to someone that can charge you more for the same unit in front of them when you're charged for everything from entry free to exchange policy.