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Old 12-26-2008, 03:30 PM
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A few days ago I was driving on some icy roads and when I was slowing down my ABS light came on. I have rear-wheel anti-lock brakes. I looked in the manual and it read that this happens (sometimes) on icy roads and all I needed to do was turn my truck off then back on to reset the ABS. I did this a few times and nothing, I also checked all the fuses and they are all good. The brakes also work great.
I have a 1995 Dakota Sport, 3.8L V6
What is my best option?
 
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Old 12-26-2008, 05:30 PM
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Sounds like the sensor for the ABS is out, real easy to change out, not too bad on the wallet either, it's right above the differential.
 
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Old 12-26-2008, 10:27 PM
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You might want to try unpluging the battery to rest the abs computer. I know when ever I drive in some deep water rain or mud puddles mine will come on. I know mine is a leaky connector, or wire.
 




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