Construction Diagram

Fig 1: Identifying Traction Control System (Eclipse)

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Fig 2: Identifying Traction Control System (Eclipse Spyder)

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System Check Sound

When starting the engine and moving the vehicle for the first time after startup, a thudding sound can sometimes be heard coming from the engine compartment. This is a normal sound during the ABS and TCL unit self-check.

ABS Operation Sounds and Sensations

During normal operation, the ABS makes several sounds that may seem unusual at first:

A whining sound is caused by the ABS hydraulic unit motor.