E46 DSC Module repair? Don't use Automotive Scientific Inc

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Woohoo!

GL with getting shit straight with the other guys!

I don't think I will have any major issues considering I have an invoice stating it isn't able to be repaired. I sent it to USAA so that will aid them.

[slammin.e28]

Update in first post. Finally fixed my car thanks to BBA Reman.

Woohoo!

GL with getting shit straight with the other guys!

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Nice. Hopefully ASI will honor their refund commitment to you.

I am taking no chances and disputed the charge with USAA. It's easy to say one thing and do another nowadays. Sad, but it's how things are now.

[agent]

Nice. Hopefully ASI will honor their refund commitment to you.

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Update in first post. Finally fixed my car thanks to BBA Reman.

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I just found Module Masters in in ID, nice, but if I'm in the same situation as you, it doesn't help.

By chance, care to share what you end up spending for the BBA replacement?

Eh, although I'm not proud of it, I did have to fork out $450, but that is because these fucking dickheads in Tennessee nearly destroyed mine and rendered it useless.

IIRC I paid $129 for mine and shipping to them was on my dime. I had it in hand three days after they received it.

That was a few years ago, and I remember their prices went through a pretty significant increase not too long after that. I'm not sure how they compare currently though.

Yeah, it seems it has definitely went up compared to when you sent yours in. Looking a few old threads from other websites, that seemed to be the average rate.

[agent]

IIRC I paid $129 for mine and shipping to them was on my dime. I had it in hand three days after they received it.

That was a few years ago, and I remember their prices went through a pretty significant increase not too long after that. I'm not sure how they compare currently though.

[Farbin Kaiber]

I just found Module Masters in in ID, nice, but if I'm in the same situation as you, it doesn't help.

By chance, care to share what you end up spending for the BBA replacement?

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Update:

I contacted both BBA and Module Masters. BBA told me they weren't able to repair the unit, so an exchange unit had to be used in place of it. Apparently it was somewhat ruined or destroyed in the process of when ASI "fixed" it. Whether it is true or not, I don't have much of a choice, so they are in the process of sending me a replacement. BBA offers a lifetime warranty on it for as long as I own the vehicle, so I went with them. Module masters sent me an email stating the 5DF5 error means the unit can't be worked on, basically what BBA said.

[wilholl]

I have personally dealt with Module Masters for my fathers e39 540i ABS module and can attest to their great work. their estimated lead times we dead on, although a bit pricey they do great work from what i have dealt with.

I used Module masters for 2 of my e39's... Fantastic service!
Do some research, I dug up a few not so good things about the others (BBA)

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I've been wondering why I get intermittent ABS/DSC lights and weird kinda ABS braking on my e46. This makes tons of sense. I didn't know it was a common failure, first e46 learning curve I guess.

Get it taken care of if you can. I was driving to work one morning (although it is 100% my fault because I was coming in a little quick) and I hit a patch of water coming off the interstate and I locked up the front wheels and nearly took out a median. Didn't need coffee after that. lol It's features like these in modern cars that you take for granted until you need it.

[Farbin Kaiber]

I've been wondering why I get intermittent ABS/DSC lights and weird kinda ABS braking on my e46. This makes tons of sense. I didn't know it was a common failure, first e46 learning curve I guess.

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How did you determine that the ABS/DTC module is faulty? there are multiple components to the system that can cause the system to not operate.

Tested all the wheel sensors, all were within specs and were reading properly when I drove it. Plus when it was colder out, it would function normally, but when the day progressed and it got hotter, the ABS and traction control lights would come on. Now that it is summer time, it is 100% not working. That led me to believe something was expanding, like a bad solder within the unit itself. The 5DF5 (Internal ECU fault) error code was also a nice hint as well.

[e30evolution]

How did you determine that the ABS/DTC module is faulty? there are multiple components to the system that can cause the system to not operate.

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BBA is THE shit! We use them all the time for ABS units, clusters, etc. They are awesome!

They're my go-to for module repair.

I sent off my module to them. Hopefully it can be fixed. I will hear back when they receive it tomorrow. I will update once I hear back.