ABS light is on. How do we clear the code?

2002 FORD TAURUS
155,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BOBCHAR518
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We removed the spindles and disconnected the ABS sensors while replacing the front ball joints / tie rods (turned the ignition on to move the steering wheel for better access) and the ABS light is on. How do we clear the code? The local Advanced / Auto Zone / Pep Boys are unable to clear the code and I’ll try disconnecting the battery for a bit tonight. Short of a $115 charge from the dealer for the privilege of clearing it, any other suggestions? Disconnecting the bulb doesn’t count :o)
Oct 25, 2010 at 12:38 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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If no ABS light before the work on the ball joints ,suspect that you had damaged the sensor at that side. It sounds like you may have a wheel speed sensor that is out. These videos will help us find the problem.

https://youtu.be/rTtAnsOlZU4

and

https://youtu.be/Pb6nXV-iamI

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https://youtu.be/ANWVTh2RQoQ

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-warning-light-on-easy-repair-guide

Please run down these guides and report back.
Apr 21, 2021 at 10:52 AM
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BOBCHAR518
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Thank You! it was the right front ABS sensor that was bad.
Apr 21, 2021 at 10:52 AM