9L24-2C405-AB | Genuine Ford® ABS Anti-Lock Brake Pump 2009-10 Ford Explorer

1. Prevent Wheel Lock-Up

The assembly rapidly controls brake pressure so the wheels don’t lock during hard braking.
Locked wheels = skidding = loss of control.

2. Maintain Steering Control

Because the wheels keep rotating, the driver can still:

• Steer

• Avoid obstacles

• Stay in lane

This is the biggest safety advantage of ABS.

3. Improve Vehicle Stability

By preventing skids, the ABS system helps keep the vehicle stable on:

• Wet roads

• Snow

• Ice

• Loose gravel

4. Reduce Stopping Distance (in most conditions)

By maximizing tire traction, ABS can shorten the distance required to stop safely.

5. Support Other Safety Systems

The ABS control assembly works together with:

• Traction control (TCS)

• Electronic stability control (ESC)

• Hill start assist

These systems rely on ABS sensors and hydraulic control to function.

6. Provide Electronic Brake Control

The unit manages brake pressure electronically instead of relying solely on mechanical braking force.

The most common sign.
The ABS module detects a fault and disables the system.

2. Traction Control or Stability Control Lights On

Since ABS works with TCS and ESC, a bad ABS assembly can trigger:

• TCS light

• ESP/ESC light

• Brake warning light

3. Brakes Lock Up During Hard Braking

If the ABS assembly fails, the system cannot modulate brake pressure, causing:

• Wheel lock-up

• Skidding

• Loss of steering control

4. Pulsating Brake Pedal at the Wrong Time

A healthy ABS should pulse only during emergency braking.
If it pulses during normal stops:

• ABS solenoids may be sticking

• Faulty internal valves or pump

5. Unresponsive or Weak ABS Operation

You may feel like the ABS is not engaging at all when braking on:

• Wet roads

• Gravel

• Ice

6. Increased Stopping Distance

Because the wheels may slip or lock, stopping distances increase unexpectedly.

7. Fault Codes Stored in the Brake System

Common ABS module faults include:

• Valve stuck

• Pump motor failure

• Internal module communication errors

• Sensor signal loss (though sensors can also cause this)

8. Brake Pedal Feels Different

Possible symptoms:

• Soft or spongy pedal

• Pedal vibration

• Pedal becomes harder than normal

These can be caused by faulty valves inside the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit.