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Old Dec 17, 2009 | 04:34 PM
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abs light/overdrive light

well hay all,i have a 2000 ranger about 4 months the abs light came on, i checked the front brakes and replaced them, i did not check the back, the light is still on ,now today i was driving it when the overdrive light starting blinking, do you think one has anything to do with the other, i am going to go get the codes checked friday, any help would be GREAT,thanks 2000 ranger 3.0 with 145000,miles
 
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Old Dec 17, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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You might consider a faulty rear ABS speed sensor (the one mounted on the rear differential). Not that expensive and easy to replace.

Another condition that can cause similar symptoms is a moisture-laden 40-pin harness connector located under the drivers seat. See: Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - View Single Post - 2000 Ford Ranger Overdrive light flashing
 
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Old Dec 17, 2009 | 05:00 PM
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+1 on vss/abs in differential. one 10mm bolt and it pops off disconcert wire. put some oil on the new oring pop it back on. BUY THE BEST ONE YOU CAN GET
 
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Old Dec 17, 2009 | 06:32 PM
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The one I bought for $12 at autozone a year ago has worked just fine in that time.
 
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Old Dec 18, 2009 | 09:08 AM
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The one I bought for $12 at autozone a year ago has worked just fine in that time.
I actually bought the AZ one a year ago it lasted about 3 months. it cause some frustration to figure it out. I replaced it with another az one and that has been fine for about 6 months. If it happens again I am just going to get the best one i can find. Motorcraft if they make it.
 
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Old Dec 18, 2009 | 02:46 PM
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Actually, correction. I think mine came from NAPA...and I think they were cheaper than autozone too.
 
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