FlamingGoatBalls Posted August 31, 2006 Report Share Posted August 31, 2006 Had my rear brakes done and they have made a slight rubbing noise as if the rear pads were dragging just a bit. I checked the parking brake, it was not engaged at all so I just waited a week to see if the noise would go away as the pads wore in a bit. Still have the noise and now I have a S073 Right Rear Accelerometer Fault. First of all what is that? Second, could it be related to anything that was done during the rear brake job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieR Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Had my rear brakes done and they have made a slight rubbing noise as if the rear pads were dragging just a bit. I checked the parking brake, it was not engaged at all so I just waited a week to see if the noise would go away as the pads wore in a bit. Still have the noise and now I have a S073 Right Rear Accelerometer Fault. First of all what is that? Second, could it be related to anything that was done during the rear brake job? Did you have your brakes done at a reliable shop? Some mechanics are not experienced in replacing rear disc brakes (as opposed to rear drum brakes which are more common). I had a similar problem when I had the rear brakes changed on my '95 Eldo. First, when I went to pick up the car, it was still on the lift and brake fluid was leaking from the rear brakes. They said the calipers needed to be replaced (after they broke them). When I got the car back, I set the parking brake and when I released it, the brakes were still grabbing. Smoke was coming from the rear brakes while driving. When I brought the car back, the mechanic admitted he wasn't experienced in changing rear disc brakes and he had a lot of trouble doing mine. I told him why didn't you tell me that when I brought the car in?! In the future, make sure the mechanic that works on your brakes is experienced in changing rear disc brakes. Regarding the Accelerometer Fault, that was most probably caused when the brakes were done. They probably knocked a sensor loose when they did the brakes. I believe the accelerometer is part of the traction control/ABS system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlamingGoatBalls Posted September 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 I should have known better when I saw the mechanic let the calipers hang by the brake hose. I knew I should have done them myself. Doesnt anyone service these cars the way they should be? I like to be as surgical as possible when working on a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 When I had Ruby in the dealer for the balance problem, they said the brake pads where close to needing replacement and call me back to show them to me. Low and behold, both calipers hanging by the brake lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrak Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 I would have slapped the guy, that is the first no-no of brake repair never ever let the calipers hang by the brake line. This can cause expensive repairs what an idiot. I would imagine that the accelerometer(is this just the same as a wheel speed sensor) would be a fairly easy repair and cheap if they are just a wheel speed sensor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenMachine Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 when I had my rear brakes done they forget to plug in the rear speed sensor and it gave me codes and ABS/Traction lights on my dash, less than 2 seconds back on the rack and it was solved. The Green's Machines 1998 Deville - high mileage, keeps on going, custom cat-back exhaust 2003 Seville - stock low mileage goodness! 2004 Grand Prix GTP CompG - Smaller supercharger pulley, Ported Exhaust Manifolds, Dyno tune, etc 1998 Firebird Formula - 408 LQ9 Stroker motor swap and all sorts of go fast stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adallak Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Speed sensor is an integral part of rear hab bearing assembly. Hopefully it is only a connector issue. The rear hub is expensive. The saddest thing in life is wasted talent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlamingGoatBalls Posted September 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 I doubt its just a connector problem. It didnt show up for a few days after the brake job. Somehow I get the feeling that a speed sensor in the bearing would have nothing to do with the brake job,...I really dont want to have to pay for that. How much would it cost to replace the rear bearing if thats what it turns out to be? How hard is it to replace? I forgot to mention that I have had a SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message for about a month and a half...these are my 2 codes sorry for the confusion S073 ................................................ Right Rear Accelerometer Fault T035 ................................................... LR Wheel Speed Sensor Fault Is it possible that the hanging of my calipers screwed my connections? It seens strange that within a couple of months I would have problem with both sides on the rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
epricedright Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Had my rear brakes done and they have made a slight rubbing noise as if the rear pads were dragging just a bit. I checked the parking brake, it was not engaged at all so I just waited a week to see if the noise would go away as the pads wore in a bit. Still have the noise and now I have a S073 Right Rear Accelerometer Fault. First of all what is that? Second, could it be related to anything that was done during the rear brake job? I have no idea what an Accelerometer is, but I have a sneaky suspicion that your rear slider pins are seized in the boots and are not allowing the brakes to release correctly - maybe they used pertroleum grease and not silicone grease? Did they replace your pins and/or boots? Or maybe they screwed up your brake lines up by letting your calipers hang? That's a HUGE no-no! The hoses could possibly have a tear/cut inside them now causing a blockage that's not letting the brake fluid flow back and forth resulting in your calipers not releasing correctly. I'd jack up your rear and see if you can isolate the rubbing noise you're hearing to your brakes. Check your speed sensor connector, it may have come loose. My connector was loose after doing my rears...I can't recall if I had to disco it to do the brakes and forgot to reconnect it, or if I knocked it off accidently. I got the code afterwards and freaked...turned out it was just the connector unplugged...easy fix! Btw, I thought you were going to do the brakes yourself? Next time.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlamingGoatBalls Posted September 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 I was going to do it myself but then I realized that if I didnt take it in somewhere it wouldnt get done for a long time.: P Guess I learned my lesson. Cant get it in untill tuesday unfortunately so I jut have to nail bite untill then. Anyone know how much labor cost is involved with replacing my hub if it needs to be done? Maybe I should be asking how hard it is to replace myself. : P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Don't have any idea on cost, but replacement is not terribly hard. The first time I did one was on my '92 Deville and I was in and out in less than an hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adallak Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 It should be easier than front ones, which are not difiicult at all. The only complication is the removal of the brake caliper with parking brake stuff. The saddest thing in life is wasted talent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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