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Short answer is that wheel speed sensors send information about spindle rotations to the ECM, then the ECM controls brake pulses in the brake system to prevent wheel lockup from occurring. The long answer is MUCH longer, and would probably require some mechanical experience to fully understand.
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Why are both brake and abs lights are on?
ABS system is inoperable and there is something wrong with the non-ABS part of your brake system.
What is abs light mean?
The vehicles anti-lock brake system (abs) has a problem and is not functioning. You still have basic brakes but the abs feature will not work.
What would cause the abs light and brake light to stay on in a 2000 Chevy Malibu?
the ABS light indicates a problem in in Abs system, a brake light indicates a problem with main braking system. such as low fluid level, leaks in system, parking brake on etc. Abs system works in conjunction to brake system. but abs system is not the main or basic braking system.
What does ABS stand for in a car?
anti-lock brake system ABS
Abs light stays on in a Chrysler grand voyager?
Have a Chrysler diag. it with a scan tool. The good news that the brake system will still work as if there were no ABS system
How do you check a brake relay?
A brake "relay" would probably be used in an ABS system. That needs to be checked out by a qualified mechanic that is familiar with the ABS brake system.
Why would the antilock brake light come on?
Antilock Brake Light comes on and stays on when the ABS computer detects some problem with the antilock brakesystem components. You will still have normal brake use, but the Antilock system will probably not work as an Antilock brake system is supposed to work. ABS system diagnostic code readers are available and are recommended for diagnostic purposes, however fixing ABS systems is perhaps best left up to the Pros. . .
4 wheel abs?
ABS is Anti-Lock Brake System
What does abs light on Honda 1996 mean?
ABS stands for Anti-lock Brake System. If the light in on there is a problem with the system. Have it inspected and repaired by a professional. This is not a DIY repair as it can be hazardous to work on this system.
Why does the Abs light on s10 pickup come on?
Usually this indicates a problem with the anti-lock brake system. The brake system should still work (as long as the BRAKE light doesn't illuminate), however the brakes may lock up, since the ABS system may not be functioning correctly.
What is ABS made of?
anti brake system
What do abs light mean on a1992 Honda accord?
The ABS light is the light for the Anti-Lock Brake system. If the light stays on then there is a problem with the system. Your normal brakes will still work, but your ABS may not. Have it looked at by a professional.
