Anti lock brake light

Tiny
DS.MIETZ
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  • 1992 FORD RANGER
Im sure you get these questions all day long. On my ranger the anti lock brake light has been coming on for a week or so. Nothing seems to be leaking and the brakes seem to be fine. What do you think the problem could be? How could I fix myself? Thanks for your time and expertise!
Sunday, December 6th, 2009 AT 4:40 AM

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Tiny
BLUELIGHTNIN6
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  • 16,542 POSTS
If the ABS lamp is coming on and going off during trips then this is normally caused by a failing sensor. most likely a failing abs wheel speed sensor. unfortunately intermittent problems like this are very hard to find . the best thing to do is wait until the ABS lamp stays on, then use a ABS diagnostic scanner to retrieve the ABS trouble codes. this will pinpoint the culprit and save you a lot of headache as well as money from guessing and replacing parts that may be good in the first place.

Here is a guide to help check the sensors

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-wheel-speed-sensor-test

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 AT 10:23 AM
Tiny
GREGTHOS
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I found the rear ABS sensor went out in the housing, cost me $54.00
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Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 AT 10:23 AM

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