Brake Abs Warning Light problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado

Four problems related to brake abs warning light have been reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 05/18/2015

Abs light on and e b c m. Pump won't stop running unless remove fuse I am original owner.

2 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/07/2015

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while reversing, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to respond. In addition, the abs warning light illuminated after the failure occurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,322.

3 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 06/17/2004

While driving at low speeds consumer heard a popping noise. Then, the abs light came on, and the brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer tried to turn the steering wheel to avoid hitting another vehicle, and the steering wheel locked up. Consumer's vehicle collided with the other vehicle, but no damage was sustained due to the low speed driving at time of impact. There was brake valve recall 04v045000, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN.

4 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2003

3 month old 2004 silvarado 4x4 had, started displaying several error reports, ie service brakes, service 4wd unit, stereo console lights would get extremely bright then dim. Took truck to local dealer, power Chevrolet of tillamook or. Service mngr "bob heagal" stated that the problem was a faulty ignition swich, they replaced switch and truck continued to have same problems, a error code check showed hard coded errors in every module of truck, mechanics also had problems reading codes as equipment was not communicating with truck. 2nd round of diagnosis, service mngr said problem was with ecbm (electronic brake control module), they state they replaced the lower ecbm unit and were still receiveing error codes, mngr said that they are currently waiting for the upper unit to arrive, this was over two weeks ago.




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