How do you reset abs system after repairing sensor failure?

1999 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
26,600 MILES
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REERICK
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Replaced front left abs sensor. Diconnected battery while changing sensor. Light is now out but abs pump runs momentarily after changing sensor. Light does not come back on. Is this normal? Will system relearn/reset after driving.
Dec 28, 2011 at 5:34 PM
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HMAC300
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normally it needs to bereset with a scanner for abs systems. the pupmp sholdn't run bu tmay becasue of sensor replacement and abs unit is reading something. you'll have to go to a pro repair shop to get this done or a dealer.
Dec 28, 2011 at 5:41 PM
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