Jump to content

1989 Anti-Lock Brake light


Posti

Recommended Posts

My anti-lock brake light is staying on.  I did find the diagnostic ode list and process on the site, and will give that a go.  Just in case, though, does anyone know a way to disable the light?  Will pulling the in-line fuse for the anti-lock module kill the light?  The car stops smooth and straight, and the light is annoying.  Of course, there is always the option of putting a square of electrical tape over the light....

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I think there is an ABS fuse on '89 models that might disable the ABS part of the brake system and the light. I have never noticed it on my '88 model. You can try removing that fuse if you can find it but be careful, it might affect the brake pump as well. I have never had an ABS problem so I haven't had a reason to check it out.

 

88-89_relays_firewall.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

My anti-lock brake light is staying on.  I did find the diagnostic ode list and process on the site, and will give that a go.  Just in case, though, does anyone know a way to disable the light?  Will pulling the in-line fuse for the anti-lock module kill the light?  The car stops smooth and straight, and the light is annoying.  Of course, there is always the option of putting a square of electrical tape over the light....

 

Strongly suggest not pulling the fuse.  After the Diagnostics test you will probably find a bad cable on one of the front wheels going from the sender on the hub to the brake computer under the hood.  These cables are exposed to the weather and it's  common to them crack.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The easiest way to find out what is going on with your leads is to do a visual check of the front leads. If they are cracked or frayed they are probably bad. After the visual inspection follow the lead up to the plugs in the engine compartment. take a reading with an ohm meter, if they read they are good. Then check the back. Most times it is a froint lead that has gone bad.

I sell them and can be reached at;

lemke1044@aol.com

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...