ABS problem

[lucky8]

I am having major problems with my ABS kicking in. When ever i want to slow down a little harder then usual, they seem to always go on. I dont know if this could be the problem but i have a 6MT and it is my first manual car. Could i be in the wrong gear while slowing down. For example I was in 4th today and slowed down to 20MPH and was ready to down shift but they went on before i would . Do i need to be in a lower gear when i slow down. I do downshift but to compensate for the ABS i always find myself like having to go into 2nd to slow down to 30 MPH from say 50. What do u guys think?

[larchmont]

I can't answer exactly or for sure -- among other reasons because you drive harder than I do.
But my experience has been similar to yours.

[LannyMCS]

It's your crappy OEM tires. They have very little grip on the road, so they lock easily, setting off ABS.

Since I've switched to Yokohama ES100s, I have been unable to activate my ABS, even full on braking in the rain. Night and day difference......

[Tobster]

I don't see how your tyres will affect your brakes locking up: how you apply your brakes and their condition affect their locking up. Crappy tires are likely to slide more than sticky ones when your brakes are locked up -- just ask anyone who drifts regularly.
What gear you are in will not affect your braking either. Either you are braking really hard, or something is setting off your ABS prematurely. Are you sure it's the ABS and not brake shudder from warped disks?

[MemphisRheins]

yeah the discs on the TSX have had some problems for a few people ( i think ive joined the ranks, but just dont want to admit it...) Although I do agree that you should ditch the OEM rubber, might just be worthwhile to have Acura check it out, u gotta warranty lol... keep us informed

[larchmont]

Originally Posted by Tobster

I don't see how your tyres will affect your brakes locking up: how you apply your brakes and their condition affect their locking up......

That's what I would have thought, but OTOH I could imagine it being like what Lanny said, if I tried really hard.

[lucky8]

do u think i should go to the dealership and have them testg drive it and test it out???

[LannyMCS]

Originally Posted by Tobster

I don't see how your tyres will affect your brakes locking up: how you apply your brakes and their condition affect their locking up. Crappy tires are likely to slide more than sticky ones when your brakes are locked up -- just ask anyone who drifts regularly.

It's simple really-it's all about traction.

Have you ever tried to brake on ice? Hard to do-no traction. If you try to brake on ice with ABS, the tires will lock and the ABS will engage.

The OEM have limited traction, even in the dry. Because their relationship with the road isn't all that "tight", they are likely to lose traction, causing the ABS to kick in.

With super sticky rubber, you are far less likely to lose traction, under any conditions-launching, turning and even braking.

[narci]

I think the ABS is way too sensative. Had my car for about 2 weeks driving an avg speed of 40km/hr (i'm no speed demon anymore) and when I casually come up to a red light or stop sign, the ABS goes off sometimes if i press it a little hard. (I have't 'jammed' on the brakes in my car yet).

[larchmont]

Originally Posted by LannyM

It's simple really-it's all about traction.

Have you ever tried to brake on ice? Hard to do-no traction. If you try to brake on ice with ABS, the tires will lock and the ABS will engage.

The OEM have limited traction, even in the dry. Because their relationship with the road isn't all that "tight", they are likely to lose traction, causing the ABS to kick in.

With super sticky rubber, you are far less likely to lose traction, under any conditions-launching, turning and even braking.

That's about what I was imagining.

[LannyMCS]

Originally Posted by narci

I think the ABS is way too sensative. Had my car for about 2 weeks driving an avg speed of 40km/hr (i'm no speed demon anymore) and when I casually come up to a red light or stop sign, the ABS goes off sometimes if i press it a little hard. (I have't 'jammed' on the brakes in my car yet).

Are you finding this to happen as you come to a stop on bumpy surfaces? It's not uncommon for any ABS system to kick in for a second if you hit a bump under even moderate braking.

But as I said before, the stock tires lose traction quickly, more so than any performance tire would.

[lucky8]

Well if I was to get new tires I would have to put some rims on this car. I guess i would go with 18's. What tires would you guys recomend?

[LannyMCS]

Originally Posted by lucky8

Well if I was to get new tires I would have to put some rims on this car. I guess i would go with 18's. What tires would you guys recomend?

Where do you live? Are you looking for all seasons or a summer tire?

If you are lowering, I would say 225/40/18. If you're not lowering, then either 215/45/18, although that limits your choices, or 235/40/18.

I really like Toyos; the new T1-R looks nice for a summer tire. The Proxes 4 kicks ass for all season.

I will probably be doing 18 x 8 45 offset TL accessory wheels (aka A-Spec wheels) in Silver Sparkle, with 225/40/18 Proxes 4 at some point in the fall.....

[jack.xcon]

Originally Posted by LannyM

It's simple really-it's all about traction.

Have you ever tried to brake on ice? Hard to do-no traction. If you try to brake on ice with ABS, the tires will lock and the ABS will engage.

The OEM have limited traction, even in the dry. Because their relationship with the road isn't all that "tight", they are likely to lose traction, causing the ABS to kick in.

With super sticky rubber, you are far less likely to lose traction, under any conditions-launching, turning and even braking.

I concured!.

[lucky8]

I live on Long Island ... i like the aspec TL wheels also ... i might do the same