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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 09:30 AM
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ABS light issues

Hello everyone, I'm new to the site. I have a 2003 explorer v8 and as of late my ABS light comes on every now and then. Is there an easy fix or way to find out what is wrong? Or do I have to take it into the dealer. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
 
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 10:38 AM
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Try checking your brake fluid? I know my reservoir has 2 floats in it, 1 sets the (red)brake light on & the other sets the (amber)ABS light. Sometimes they get stuck down you might have to pull them up. I use a pencil or needle nosed pliers
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 07:04 PM
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 11:56 PM
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Brake fluid level or the ABS sensors in the differentials sometimes get dirty with metal shavings. Easy to pull them, wipe them off and reinstall. Cost is $0 of you do it yourself.
 
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