Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Anti-Lock Warning Light: Notes
ANTI-LOCK warning light will come on for any of following reasons:
- Brake fluid pump runs longer 2 minutes.
- Vehicle driven longer than 30 seconds with parking brake applied.
- Rear wheels locked longer than specified time.
- Wheel speed sensor not transmitting a signal.
- Operation time of solenoid valves exceeds a specified value and control unit finds an open circuit in solenoid circuit.
- Output signals from control unit are not transmitted to solenoid valves.
- Temporary loss of traction due to excessive cornering speed or starting from stuck condition (mud, snow or sand).
- Vehicle driven on extremely rough road.
- Low battery voltage.
If low battery voltage caused problem, recharge battery. Remove ABS fuse No. 2 for 3 seconds. Reinstall fuse, and check light. To reset light for any other condition, turn ignition off. ABS system should reset automatically.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.