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Old 07-29-2013, 06:37 PM
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you say that you have repaired the ABS module (did they give you any kind of warranty?) and we see there are no speed sensor codes, and the speedometer, cruise, and odometer working fine... however, you get a front left valve inlet fault - when you removed the ABS module and then replaced it back, did you notice those round holes? was there anything unusual to the eye? it seems that one of those valves (front left) might be acting up...

have you tried DIS or INPA software? since you already have the laptop and the cable, you may wish to consider buying them for a download, i think i saw them on ebay for about $20-25 for a download link - you might be able to get more detailed description of your issue along with a troubleshooting path if you use those sotwares...
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My Wifes 1 series had an intermittant fault with these 3 lights coming on, but only 10 mins + into a journey.
Turned out to be a very small hairline crack in ABS ring not really visible with naked eye. Whilst driving the car, the ring would heat up and expand the crack.
Just putting it out there in case it helps.
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Old 07-30-2013, 08:17 AM
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assuming that your repair went fine and the module is in the working order, the other culprits left to be considered are the wheel speed sensors, the wiring between the speed sensors and the module... those are the electrical/electronic issues... it still leaves the hydraulic issues, which would be the valves that the software pointed out to... i guess, you have seen all of these threads:

ABS Trifecta lights- how I would approach - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums

Why are my Traction Control (ASC/DSC), ABS and Brake lights illuminated?
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Old 07-30-2013, 11:50 AM
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Could be the plastic gear in your transfer case actuator.

Here's a video on the repair and a way to determine if it is the problem.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bh6HvYcn-HA
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Old 07-31-2013, 07:11 PM
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I chased this problem for more than a year. I had the ABS unit refurbished by BBA, checked and cleaned sensors, replaced the battery, replaced the ignition switch, replaced the brake pedal sensor, etc... I ended up replacing the steering angle sensor and it immediately fixed all of the problems. I am not saying that is your problem but I am just pointing out that to fix this problem is a methodical process that takes time depending on what is really broken.

Edit: I do want to point it out that if you replace your steering angle sensor, to copy the coding in it BEFORE REPLACING it so you can upload it and code the new unit. I also screen captured all of the menus and data as a backup. If you are not comfortable doing it, take it to an indy or dealer to code.
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