Check Adv Trac and ABS Light

Tiny
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  • 2005 FORD EXPLORER
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The check ADVTRAC warning came on with the ABS light and 4x4 high light flashes sporadically. I no longer have all wheel drive. My rear wheels spun on a wet road. I realize I need a code reader to diagnose. My questions are:
-Is this something a moderately handy home mechanic can do?
-If so what kind of reader do I need? Can I get by with one of the under $100.00 readers? If yes please recommend a reader. Where is the ABS plug in?
-If my guess is right and it is a wheel sensor will the reader tell me which wheel and is this something that can be done at home or are there any special tools or procedures needed?
- Anything else I need to Know?

Thank you,
Dennis
Thursday, August 26th, 2010 AT 2:17 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Dennis,

The two systems work together. Yes, it is most likely a damaged, dirty, disconnected, or a sensor that has wiring damage to it. Check them at each front wheel.

This video will how to you how to check for ABS codes.

https://youtu.be/rTtAnsOlZU4

It sounds like a wheel speed sensor is out the scan will tell you which one. FYI
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Thursday, August 26th, 2010 AT 9:04 PM
Tiny
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I had this problem and found the right front ABS wheel speed sensor was out. So I replaced the bearing hub to cost me $210.00. All fixed!
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