Page 89 of 101

38C-89
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP3 Pull
NOTESOnly consult this customer complaint after a full check with the diagnostic tool.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components (see MR 411, Mechanical,
30A, General information, Brake, Specifications).
Disconnect one wheel speed sensor.
Start the engine and check that only the ABS
and ESP fault warning lights are lit.
Is the brake fault warning light also lit?Do not drive, the "braking compensator" function
cannot be carried out (risk of a spin).
Deal first with the faults using the diagnostic tool.
Drive the vehicle and operate the brakes.
Is the customer complaint still present
under these conditions?If the brake pedal travel is comparatively long, bleed
the brake circuit (see MR 411, Mechanical, 30A,
General information, Brake circuit, Bleeding).
If the travel is normal, check that the 4 vehicle tyres
are identical and in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations (see MR 411,
Mechanical, 35A, Wheels and tyres, Tyre, Tyre
pressure, Identification and Tyre, Identification).
Check and adjust the wheel alignment (see MR 411,
Mechanical, 30A, General information, Front
axle, Adjustment).
Check for any leaks on the brake circuit.
Apply the fault finding procedure described in the ALP 2
"Locking of one or several wheels".
YES
NO
YES
NO
ESP_V05_ALP3
Page 90 of 101

38C-90
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP4 Drift
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Disconnect one wheel speed sensor.
Start the engine and check that only the ABS
and ESP fault warning lights are lit.
Is the brake fault warning light also lit?Do not drive, the "braking compensator" function
cannot be carried out (risk of a spin).
Deal first with the faults using the diagnostic tool.
Drive the vehicle and operate the brakes.
Is the customer complaint still present
under these conditions?It is a road holding fault not related to the ABS/ESP
system.
Check the condition and conformity of the front and
rear brake linings.
Check that the 4 vehicle tyres are identical and in
accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations (see MR 411, Mechanical, 35A,
Wheels and tyres, Tyre pressure, Identification
and Tyres, Identification).
Check that the pressures of the 4 tyres conform to
the manufacturer's recommendations (see MR 411,
Mechanical, 35A, Wheels and tyres, Tyre
pressure, Identification).
Check and adjust the wheel alignment (see MR 411,
Mechanical, 30A, General information, Front
axle, Adjustment).
Normal behaviour linked to the system operation during the
regulation phase, mainly on surfaces with uneven grip or
which are poorly laid.
YES
NO
YES
NO
ESP_V05_ALP4
Page 91 of 101

38C-91
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP5Unexpected ABS operation at low speed and with slight pedal
pressure
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Important: ABS regulation is sensitive on slippery surfaces (ice, wet cobbled
streets, etc.).
Brake pedal vibrations associated with the reactions of the system may be felt in
particular circumstances, such as:
–Crossing speed bumps.
–Tight cornering with lifting of the inside rear wheel.
These vibrations also may be linked merely to activation of the Braking distributor
function, when the pressure on the rear axle is limited.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components (see MR 411, Mechanical,
30A, General information, Brake, Specifications).
If the fault is not one of the situations indicated above, check the correct connection of the wheel speed sensors,
the air gap between these sensors and the magnetic targets.
Refer to the interpretation of fault DF063 Wheel speed consistency.
ESP_V05_ALP5
Page 92 of 101
38C-92
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP6 Unexpected ABS system intervention on a poor road surface
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components (see MR 411, Mechanical,
30A, General information, Brake, Specifications).
On poor road surfaces it is normal to feel hesitation and vibrations of the pedal as well grating which is more
significant than on good surfaces.
This gives the impression of a variation in efficiency, but this should be considered normal.
ESP_V05_ALP6
Page 93 of 101
38C-93
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP7Unexpected ABS operation when using special equipment
(car phone, CB, etc.)
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Check that the equipment which is causing the fault is approved.
Check that this equipment was correctly installed without modification of the original wiring, in particular that of
the ABS/ESP.
Connections to earth and to the ABS/ESP supply are forbidden.
ESP_V05_ALP7
Page 94 of 101

38C-94
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP8Lengthening of the brake pedal travel following a regulation
phase (with an irregular pedal when entering the regulation
phase)
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components (see MR 411, Mechanical,
30A, General information, Brake, Specifications).
Bleed the primary hydraulic circuit (see MR 411, Mechanical, 30A, General information, Brake circuit,
Bleeding).
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the fault is still present:
Carry out an After-Sales bleed using command SC006 Bleed hydraulic unit and brake circuit.
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the fault is still present:
Bleed the primary hydraulic circuit again (see MR 411, Mechanical, 30A, General information, Brake circuit,
Bleeding).
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the customer complaint is particularly pronounced, and bleeding the circuit does not improve matters, replace
component 1094 (see MR 411, Mechanical, 38C, Hydraulic brake unit, Removal - Refitting).
ESP_V05_ALP8
Page 95 of 101

38C-95
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP9 Spongy pedal
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components (see MR 411, Mechanical,
30A, General information, Brake, Specifications).
Bleed the primary hydraulic circuit (see MR 411, Mechanical, 30A, General information, Brake circuit,
Bleeding).
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the fault is still present:
Carry out an After-Sales bleed using command SC006 Bleed hydraulic unit and brake circuit.
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the fault is still present:
Bleed the primary hydraulic circuit again (see MR 411, Mechanical, 30A, General information, Brake circuit,
Bleeding).
After the operation, carry out a road test with ABS regulation.
If the customer complaint is particularly pronounced, and bleeding the circuit does not improve matters, replace
component 1094 (see MR 411, Mechanical, 38C, Hydraulic brake unit, Removal - Refitting).
ESP_V05_ALP9
Page 96 of 101
38C-96
AFTER REPAIRClear the computer fault memory.
Carry out a road test followed by another check with the diagnostic tool.
V3 MR-413-X44-38C050$180.mif
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Fault finding – Fault finding chart38C
Bosch 8.1 ESP
Vdiag No.: 05
ALP10 Brake pedal vibration
NOTESOnly address this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
Check the conformity of the mechanical components and in particular check that the
brake discs are not warped.
It is normal that the brake pedal vibrates during ABS regulation or braking pressure distribution on the front and
rear axles ("braking compensator" function).
ESP_V05_ALP10