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Adamtinkerer
04-18-2011, 10:26 PM
I just read Jairek's abs post, and I have a couple questions. Technically not an A body question, as the company van I had use of had to be turned in. So I picked up a 95 Aerostar, and though it has 315K with about 100k on the drivetrain. it runs and drives fine. BUT, it has the rear ABS light on, as well as the brake light. Seller said his mech. thought that the shoes were worn, but not worn out, but enough to trip a sensor. Autozone guy siad probably a sensor. Now, one bulb on the 3rd brake light was out, and I replaced it, but broke a plastic tab that holds the bulb in! So a pull a part trip is in order. I'm wondering how one reads those codes, to be sure what's acting up. Is it a dealer thing? I knew the superior mechanical intellect here tops any other! -Adam

Prospeeder
04-19-2011, 06:50 PM
Well low brake fluid or a bad brake fluid level switch will cause an ABS and red BRAKE warning light.

Adamtinkerer
04-19-2011, 11:14 PM
Thanks prospeeder, I'll check into that!

Adamtinkerer
04-20-2011, 06:44 PM
I got a replacement 3rd brake light and topped off the fluid and presto! No lights! -Adam

Prospeeder
04-20-2011, 06:48 PM
heh good deal