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This is somewhat of a dumb question, but how can I tell if I have ABS or not? I purchased a used VIBE and was told it had ABS. When I start the car, the ABS light does not come on.

Check the front of the break peddle, it will say ABS if the car has ABS.

If you are still unsure after that, you can always have a dealership check the VIN to determine what was the manufacturer installed options were. ABS is installed at the factory and this should be in the database, tied to the VIN.

Or you can check the Regular Production Option (RPO) Codes can tell you what your Vibe was equipped with when it left the factory. they can be found inside Glove box. You are looking for the code JL9 (GT) or JM4.http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=6558

Anyone know if they had ABS on the Vibes with rear drums? Wasn't sure they did. If not, that might be another way to check.

Quote, originally posted by engineertwin2 »Anyone know if they had ABS on the Vibes with rear drums? Yes, the ABS option was available with regular drum brakes in the rear. One of ours if equipped that way.

Real easy way... go drive it and hit the brakes HARD. You'll know if you have ABS or not.

Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »Real easy way... go drive it and hit the brakes HARD. You'll know if you have ABS or not.+2

Quote, originally posted by engineertwin2 »Anyone know if they had ABS on the Vibes with rear drums?Mine has rear drums and ABS.Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »Real easy way... go drive it and hit the brakes HARD. You'll know if you have ABS or not.+3

Until 2006, you got both ABS and the low pressure tire monitor system. If you have the little tire picture on a button next to your hatch release, you have ABS. If you lift the hood and see about 4 grey hoses stacked next to the passenger strut tower, you have ABS.

Thanks for all the replies. As it turns out, I don't have ABS.

Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »Real easy way... go drive it and hit the brakes HARD. You'll know if you have ABS or not.Or better, without doing any sort of damage to brake components.... just turn the key on and look for an ABS warning indicator.

Quote, originally posted by ColonelPanic »Or better, without doing any sort of damage to brake components.... just turn the key on and look for an ABS warning indicator. thats not as fun though. Besides... everyone should experience brake lock up at least once to know what can happen. And it wouldn't hurt anything more then take a few miles off your tires lol