How to Disable ABS, TRAC, DSC

A quick look at different ways to disable your anti-lock brakes (ABS) Traction control, (TRAC) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) for racing and entertainment purposes.
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[@just6979]

Pulling the ABS fuse on most Subarus (since 2010ish) will put the whole system into "limp home mode" and limit revs to 4,000. Not ideal for "fun" driving. However, some have a fuse (often unlabeled) that can be pulled to disable all ABS-pump based systems (ABS, VDC, TCS, E-diff, hill-hold) but without putting it in limp home. Open (ie: pull the fuse) that circuit (seems it is only energized when the brake pedal is pressed, that may help to find it), start the engine, hold the brake for a second or two, and the alert lights for all those systems will turn on. Go have [safe] fun! On my '14 Impreza I put a switch and fuse holder (plus fuse) in series in place of my original fuse and stuck the switch through the fuse door. It works great!

[@ice9dragon]

Aaaaaaaand what fuse might this be? 😉

[@SgtDamien]

As someone with a 2013 WRX, I need to know what fuse this is for research purposes.

[@just6979]

On 4th gen Imprezas there is a vertical stack of fuses to the right of the main under-dash block. Bottom-most 7.5 amp (and supposedly always initially installed upside down, mine was) fuse is the one. Not sure where it would be on other models. My friend's 3rd gen doesn't have the stack even visible from the fuse door

[@BunkerBlog]

I imagine you could keep the fuse in and just pull the ABS sensors out of the wheels. Might be an alternative way to fix it. Or unplug the yaw sensor. See what works.

[@just6979]

If the system can't read the ABS sensors, it'll go into safe mode, that's the whole point. And the yaw sensor (if even a discrete item on the non WRX/STI models) is not as easily accessible as this fuse, if a given vehicle model has it.

[@S.McCall_ICNPro]

For """"""""RaCiNg PuRpoOsEs OnLy"""""""" xD hahahaha you crack me up Wyatt! lol

[@ruffraff4697]

Go rally,drift trac any car with abs asc trac control let us know your outcome

[@MorrisLevy]

We had finally found the correct fuse for the 2011 Ford Fiesta - Fuse F9 for a good time! Owner’s Manual left us stumped for a while. The car became a whole new animal without this fuse! Amazing.

[@rockynicolemartinez4832]

Bro u helped so many kids burn them tires down n get all the poneys we needed this back when KZbin first came out this vid made me follow u bro keep this type of stuff up

[@escuderiaboricua]

Pro tip, pull the ABS pump fuse and not the one for the module itself. Virtually every modern car does the front/rear proportioning electronically through the module, so you’ll get worse stopping distance with the whole thing off.

[@Nice-Y]

90s cars were the best. Back then we had to have this thing call skillz to drive a car; now one just has to be alive and breathing.

[@Flyingdutchy33]

You can even skip the "alive" part... 90s cars were the best. I'm firmly on that train!

[@raufmeister]

90s cars have some of this safety driving stuff, 80s cars does not have abs, traction controller or any other shit that modern cars have in those days, to disable the abs in newer cars you need to do something else, and to be able to left foot braking you need to buy a ECU because everything is in one wire and it is annoying to be honest, im looking to buy a 240sx again or an 80s car with RWD

[@patrykr.7635]

@@raufmeister My daily 95 eg4 civic doesn't have any safety systems. No abs, no tcs, no airbags. It's really fun to drive. The most fun you can have on gravel roads when you can take all corners sideways.

[@ZakWilson]

Something I'd be really interested in seeing (and what I was looking for when I found this video) is a test of ESC versus expert drivers in an obstacle avoidance maneuver. The test usually used to demonstrate ESC involves the driver using a pathological series of steering inputs intended to upset the car. What happens when naive inputs are used instead (always point the front wheels where you want the car to go no matter what it's doing) with and without ESC? What about a car driven by an expert doing their best to avoid the obstacle with their choice of techniques? Which combination results in success at the highest entry speed? I've only been able to find tests with pathological inputs meant to show what the system does. I saw your channel has a video demonstrating reduced braking performance with ABS, and while this is more in-depth, I think it would make for a fascinating topic.

[@-smp-scientificmethodpersp838]

Most useful tip video you guys have ever made. I'll be surprised if you don't go viral from this video alone

[@DashnCars]

Great tips, even for a rallycross car simple things like the runaway switch on the brake can make a ton of time up. The Fiesta ST is really easy to trip by pulling that switch and taping it up.

[@christianramone190]

What is the "run away" switch?

[@DashnCars]

@@christianramone190 if you're gas pedal gets stuck, you can mash the brake pedal and it'll cut fuel.

[@metaomicron72]

8:00 Ive see an ugly situation like that. Rallycrossing. Dude had an old car still with steering wheel lock and standard ignition. His steering wheel got locked and he ran over 2 spectators. They were both ok.

[@metaomicron72]

@PacoTaco0404040 All of them. Driver had helmet and was fine. Luckly it was after a slow turn.

[@douwehuysmans5959]

Finally someone that doesn't say "jUsT pReSs tHiS bUtToN"

[@lsd25records]

ironically I did the button thing and it worked for me.. after months of brake chatter .. throttle retarded .. etc.. I am doing donuts and drifting chatter free... my car started as a auto.. swapped to 5 speed ,, that 1 button disable was magic to me and free.... so awesome.. but correct this is a great video braking down the systems involved etc.. love it.

[@jakeells66]

Can you do a video on how to slide an AWD car? You guys have done a lot of videos on left foot breaking and clutch kicking but I feel like this was more aimed rwd. Understandable I know but being an AWD guy I would appreciate some pointers on how to get sideways. Thanks guys!

[@rhetth-s8082]

4wders are also having problems with these systems, having a switch on the dash to disengage them would be very handy.

[@dwmw92]

Great stuff as per usual. I think a video covering the procedures that a crew should be going through during service could be really interesting. It has everyday applications for those who drive through harsh conditions and are giving their vehicles a look over and obviously would help those of us that are trying to get into rally to know how to prepare for services and to use the service time efficiently. Just an idea! Keep up the great content!

[@gammalight1312]

This is really handy information

[@Between2Turns]

What had to be done on the Focus RS, I feel like most of these options would interfere with the AWD system since it’s mostly sensor based. I also seem to recall on a previous video that you guys had to get the tuner involved to allow left foot braking.

[@mohammedbhatti8384]

Good advice that. Sounds straight forward, better look for that rental.

[@lsd25records]

lol

[@glhansenjr]

great video

[@gregolson8183]

On my Canyon I just pulled one of the wheel speed sensors from the hub and tucked it into the frame, it faults/disables ABS and TC

[@leequesada439]

Thanks for this video man. I just picked up a 2007 Chevy Trailblazer LS and it doesn't have a ESC cut off button like the SS has, i been wrackin my head trying to figure out how to cut it off. i've always hated ESC.

[@mertduraman5014]

Can you also do a video about how to chop the wires that are useless after removing all these components? They do weigh quite a bit. Thanx

[@jean-claudejosselin187]

Nice ! will try that ! up up up

[@fredygump5578]

Knowing the throttle cut thing would'a been handy to know...if it even works on my car. I bought APR stage 1 primarily so I could left foot brake. But I admit the extra hp's are kind of nice to have.

[@cloudvsephiroth215]

I would love to figure out how to do this all with a 2014 mustang gt.

[@SkunkCity_RC]

Wish Wyatt was still doing these videos...love team oneil rally school

[@RingerRacing]

is there a vid about this good lookin e46, ? curious to the suspension and diff you're using

[@riderbuu1]

Thanks

[@jeffmosier3145]

Excellent vid my man. I got a 2000 GMC Jimmy and replaced the crank and cam sensors, replaced the ignition module , new coil. My research indicates Jimmy's are notorious for the security system preventing starts. Engine turns over but no start. Their also notorious for bad ignition harness. If I disconnect the ign. harness will that kill the security system and will it require new wires ran for a push button ignition. I'm assuming you still need the key to unlock steering wheel. Any help greatly appreciated.

[@25aspooner]

I disabled the RABS on my 87 f250 by plumbing new brake lines and completely rewiring the truck. Easy right?

[@brethorne1067]

Could you talk about the benefits of having vs not having these components?

[@finngurgens3264]

Don't know if you still have snow up there, but have you done tests on studless tires (like the Blizzak WS80) versus studded tires (like the Hakka 9)? If not, I'm nearly certain it would get a good amount of views as it's a hotly-debated topic.

[@trykozmaksym]

So it's not that simple as pulling out a fuse... :) good stuff as always from you guys.

[@brianingle7535]

Something to ponder, in theory, it would be possible to put lead wires to the fuse, power wire to the ABS, and install a switch panel in the cabin. You could literally just flip a set of switches to be track ready, then flip them again for rad use. Thoughts?

[@StefanBacon]

Just went through a sizeable snowstorm over the weekend and pulled my ABS fuse, but I had no EPAS (which I'm okay with) but also no speedometer and my odometer didn't change either. Feels super illegal for a road car, but absolutely necessary for a light car in deep snow. Pulling the lever plug and putting the fuse back was same problem:/

[@joenestor4903]

Can you do this for a 2012 jeep wrangler

[@MrKushinator420]

Man - I just put in bilstein b4 and eibach pro kit in my volvo v70 2001 wagon, and now everytime i hit a corner very hard (like almost kicking end out), the ABS and STC light come on and cruise disengages/wont work until 2 driving sessions later. Always 2. What do fam?

[@Blue-X]

Yes, just in time

[@wpw4508]

Manufacturers should document this so 50 miles from home you know if abs light is on, it's still safe to drive home. Mostly though, you guys are awesome. Just today I practiced left foot braking, and now I'm considering pulling my ABS fuse :-)

[@antonjansevanrensburg915]

If your abs pump leaks and you disconnect the fuse. Will it still leak?

[@bort9586]

That's some good information! I once tried to take ABS fuse off from 90's Toyota only to notice that it was bolted down and required disassembling the whole fuse box.. Pretty absurd considering how well designed car it was otherwise.

[@squib308]

I've got scars from airbag deployment... OTOH, it was a real accident, they probably saved my life, so I'd say it was worth it. But if you might deploy airbags in a non-accident, they can mess you up.

[@zodoGames]

If any could help me with the brake override sensor I'd really appreciate it. I have a 2011 accord coupe ex manual and it only has one switch down there that triggers it. If anyone has done it or knows how let me know

[@skwtf]

How can I leverage a disabled ABS while racing (snow or not)?

[@CommodoreFluffy]

I've seen a lot of people say that this is super complicated on a 3rd Gen STi. Does anyone have any experience with that?

[@geambalarecordz6457]

Its oke to unplug a fuse while engine running?

[@ZsomborZsombibi]

...and after everything is disabled, don't forget to build an H-frame inside the vehicle.

[@romansandacz]

Hey man I think what yall are doing is awesome and I have an idea for a future series on y'all's KZbin take a car some thing like a 01 civic or about the same year focus some thing "cheap" and go do all the stuff to get it ready to rally everything from disableing parts of the car to enrolling in a race with someone that Is new to it and like follow their learning mechanical and driving wise

[@alvinchan7746]

300 likes, 0 dislikes. Amazing!

[@chase9692]

SUPER YAY

[@heetfromlv]

My 2004 skoda Fabia has none of those I guess 390k km does the job for you :D

[@kleinesmaenchen]

I used to have a 2003 Fabia, never had ABS in the time I owned it, learned threshold breaking the hard way, on my first car, in the rain, in the dark trying not to hit a deer or drive into the ditch.

[@NationalPartsDepotOcala]

so by disabling the abs, does that put the car in LIMP MODE?

[@user-ec6ix9ck2k]

How the ABS in my 1996 Chrysler Neon stopped working: I did a bit of drifting in the snow and pulled the hanbrake, while still a little on the footbrake. This made the rear wheels stop, while the ABS tried to avoid exactly that at the same time. This made the ABS think, that it is malfunctioning and turned itself off. After engine restart everything was normal again. Maybe the same thing might happen with other cars too ......

[@ryanpaps3781]

So my friend who is going to school for automotive mechanics told me that ABS also increases your vacuum booster at full throttle, which means that it gives you better braking ability. Does this mean that disabling ABS would make the car brake worse aside from allowing skids.

[@ianholmquist8492]

The brake pedal could potentially be stiffer but braking power should be the same.

[@ninesevenmotorsports2081]

Random question. How did you mount harnesses in the back seats? I’d like to do this on my drift car. Thanks!

[@poor_impulsive]

screw driver, some nails, a sausage(maybe a complete hot dog), and more liquid nails than you can afford

[@prestonboling1427]

i have 2 abs related fuses and a relay. should i pulley them one at a time to find out which one disables abs or just pull them all?

[@prestonboling1427]

never mind i just heard you explain it😂

[@drzandlcp]

Could I put those on a toggle switch with appropriate inline fuses and turn them off on autox day?

[@Flyingdutchy33]

No idea why it shouldn't work...

[@ZsomborZsombibi]

Yes lot of people do this; ABS, ESP can be switched on/off at the dashboard.

[@just6979]

Works for me. Just want to make sure you're not opening a circuit that also puts the system into safe mode, which usually limits revs.

[@ratboy240sx]

Pulled fuses on my 1999 e46 323i now my speedo doesn’t work can anyone help me out

[@BunkerBlog]

For the brake override, where can I find diagrams to tell which wire does what? Couldn't you just use an aftermarket ECU to prevent the throttle cut out?

[@bn880]

Yeah, usually JUST an aftermarket ECU will solve everything.... JUST ... ;)

[@63ch31]

There are literally two possible connectors at the brake pedal. Unplug one, if the brake lights still work, you unplugged the correct one and it should work.

[@AudioAdvisory38]

Interesting video. Wyatt I thought you would note about how it is faster to brake by wedging heavy snow and gravel with ABS disabled, if you're good. The why of disabling safety systems missed that. The other system notes are refreshing.

[@ianholmquist8492]

He mentions that in 2 other videos

[@AudioAdvisory38]

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[@ianholmquist8492]

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[@ianholmquist8492]

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[@ianholmquist8492]

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[@cafn8ed74]

What are the chances of disabling stability control and/or ABS in a FWD based AWD system typical in crossover utes while retaining AWD function?

[@devhunt4287]

I wanna know too

[@TorAndreBrresen]

The Subaru is actually really dangerous playing around with without turning off the ABS as the brake pedal can be rock hard just after a powerslide if you don't turn it off

[@ianholmquist8492]

I beleive that hardness in the brake pedal is caused by the brake servo being vacuum operated as it is with most street cars. If you are on the throttle, your brake boost servo will not work until the engine has vacuum.

[@TorAndreBrresen]

@@ianholmquist8492 On an NA car you always have vacuum though. It's happened on my 2.5RS NA and and both the 00 GT Turbo and 03 STI so there is something in the ABS unit that makes causes this issue, almost caught a tyre stack spinning my STI and not being able to lock up to stop. I like to drive without also because it's very sensitive over small bumps

[@ianholmquist8492]

@@TorAndreBrresen interesting. I would like to explore further what the ABS does in this specific case. On the other hand I think you will find that an NA engine still builds positive pressure throughout the system as long as the engine is under load, just not as much pressure as a forced induction.

[@kleinesmaenchen]

@@TorAndreBrresen I have a 07 2.0R Impreza and the pedal gets stiff after something like 3 or 4 times pressing the break with the throttle in, no fuses pulled.

[@TorAndreBrresen]

@@kleinesmaenchen That's just because you run out of vacuum, why you remove the brake booster on a rallycar. The problem I've experienced feels like brake pressure being sent the wrong way making the pedal not possible to press for 1-2 sec

[@romanr4409]

Video is excellent. Took me godawful time to find how to disable airbags. Also, in Europe airbag wiring is NOT yellow.

[@leequesada439]

4:00 Exactly why I don't use floor mats anymore. Rather have dirty carpet then a wrecked car because of that dumb shit.. My passengers all have floor mats but not me, I learned my lesson the hard way in a 78 f-150.

[@poor_impulsive]

"For Racing Purposes Only" i lost it :)

[@AlexanderMoline]

Iam curious how you did that to the e46, all this things you've said with abs and dsc put e46 into limp mode. as far i know.

[@lsd25records]

i did the hold the button for 12 seconds.. no limp mode and all systems for DSC disabled .. at the push of a button E46 2003 325i.

[@ruffraff4697]

@@lsd25records that doesn't work

[@garybrown1601]

What about all the damn dash lights that are going to be on? How do you get those to turn off?

[@carsonhyman7330]

Anyone have any advice on how to start track racing or rallying? Other than autocross

[@thatLongBeachguy]

Yeah, go to your local track and sign up for as many classes you think you need for whatever type of racing you wanna do. I'd say sample them all, get a good foundation of knowledge and AS MUCH SEAT TIME AS POSSIBLE in as many cars you can drive. Oh, and one more very important peice of advice..... HAVE FUN!!!!

[@raufmeister]

SIM racing is a good option to start, Iracing and asseto corsa are good games to play, personally i reccomend you iracing is a pure sim racing the same you do on a circuit you can do in the real life car, i learned there before i get my driver license and i can say that everything i do in the sim feels almost the same in the car, Iracing is a membership game not too expensive, after one year in sims i will get in my local circuit after i know how to disable the abs, throttle cut and the wheel speed sensors

[@ryanpaps3781]

Raw is best

[@peacetoearth]

I like this guy, just disconnect that sh*t hahah👍👍

[@ToeCreature]

What is the benefit to disable the ABS? I understand others, but just not this one. PS: I find the answer on his another teaching episode - "Breaking". It is well explained, must watch, guys.

[@j0lel666]

I dont know it myself either but you learn to brake the right way with not having abs and just smashing on the brakes and i myself prefer not having abs on when i play assetto corsa cuz then im not just smashing onthe brake before every corner

[@ToeCreature]

@@j0lel666 Thanks for the reply, mate. Coule it be something related to the Trail Breaking Technique which I don't know how to. BTW, I just start playing AC too.

[@raufmeister]

the only purpouse is to know how to brake (the hardest part of driving), with abs you can smash the brake pedal and the wheels wont lock up with the abs off you will lock up the wheels, the benefits comes when the abs is on, if you know how to use it, it allows you to brake faster than when you smash the pedal.

[@raufmeister]

@@j0lel666 if you know how to brake without abs put the abs on and you will be faster, it will allows you to do a very late braking, in some cars works in others it will make you slower, depends on the car, as well as stability controller

[@nickamarit]

Obviously the speedo doesnt work when i pull the ABS/WSS fuse on my E46.

[@marjoh669]

Same bs has happened on my 850 estate

[@abccniemand222]

if you dissable the abs do's the dashbord lights come on? is there any way to bypass the lights ?

[@Teamoneilrally]

Yes you end up with lights on the dash... With old cars you could just pull the gauge cluster and remove the little bulbs... In new cars... It's tricky and they're often going to be very different.

[@FairladyS130]

@@Teamoneilrally Cover the space where the relevant light is with black tape?

[@InvisibleAxel]

Why not unplug one of the wheel sensors on the read hub? Abs / esp gets off and no need to touch anything else

[@ruffraff4697]

Doesn't work

[@rolandalfonso6954]

Ain't no way I'm trying this with my car! So says the owner of an '07 Civic Si owned since new. Well, maybe ...This was great.( Oh, and just for fun, my 1967 MGB has a hidden ignition switch and a hidden fuel pump switch. Yes, it's electric...2019. Gotta secure your stuff...)

[@EdgarsLS]

disconnecting the wheel speed sensors may cause the speedo to not work!

[@prestonboling1427]

so you're telling me i should just disconnect it from the wiring harness? that seems like the easiest way

[@guneygoren2965]

giulietta anyone?

[@damyanovasen]

Am I first?

[@papasmith7648]

must be cos Im second

[@undergroundlegend198]

I love those rims,wish they were clean before you did the video, kindly donate such for me,am in kenya

[@Teamoneilrally]

Nothing stays clean for long here at the rally school!

[@undergroundlegend198]

@@Teamoneilrally lol.... So what about the wheels,I have a 325i euro spec ,stick shift,which red color code is that, it look s hot

[@drewdavis239]

Looks like hell rot. Could be brilliant rot tho. Hard to tell on a screen

[@undergroundlegend198]

@@Teamoneilrally am still waiting for the wheel donation

[@watchdog3605]

Monster logo is 666 in Hebrew

[@FireEater]

I’m old enough to remember cars before ABS that could actually stop on a dime can’t say that about ABS.