ABS Light

[ShiftFMX]

Hey I have a '99 F250 and my ABS light just came on, is this something I should worry about?? I have a few buddies that have been driving with their ABS lights on for years. Is it an expensive fix?

[jcv400ex]

Just pull the connectors apart and clean them. That will usually take care of the problem. You might have to dis-connect the battery for 5 mins. to reset the computer.

If you hear a humming from the front end, then you could also have bad wheel bearing/hub assemblies.

[nosliw]

like said, it's usually just a dirty connection. usually.


on most the cars i've owned (that had abs) i drive with the abs light on constantly because i pull it's fuse the second i find it.

[300exOH]

Usually it's just a dirty/bad wheel sensor. try cleaning the wheel sensors with some brake parts cleaner and reset the computer by disconnecting the battery for 10-15 minutes.

[plkmonster2]

Check your brake fluid, and clean the connections at the ABS pump. If this doesn't fix it, I'd take it in, and get a code. A local shop here will test it, and tell you what is wrong, what you need, and everything else for under 25 bucks.