ABS light is on?

2003 FORD F-150
210,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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AARMER325
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The ABS light is on, and I took it in. It seems the module needs replacing. Total is almost $1,400.00 which is about what the truck is worth. Other than not allowing the brakes to lock up, if I drive like this, what could be the consequences?

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Feb 11, 2023 at 3:39 AM
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STRAILER
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The only problem is the brake will lock up, other than that you can drive it and you should be okay, keep in mind the ABS will not work. You could just change it out yourself and even get a used unit to save money, it is pretty easy because it-self learns so there is no programming needed. Here are the instructions for you in the images below. Let me know if you need anything else.
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Feb 11, 2023 at 6:20 AM
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AARMER325
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Thank you so much for your reply. I will definitely do this myself and I appreciate the above info.
Feb 11, 2023 at 9:54 AM
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No problem, thanks for getting back to us. Use 2Carpros anytime and please tell a friend.
Feb 12, 2023 at 5:10 AM
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