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Rayjay Posted on Jun 16, 2009

I have a 1997 Dodge Dakota who ABS light and Brake

I have a 1997 Dodge Dakota that has its ABS light and Brake light are on constantly. All shoes and pads were changed and brakes work fine. How can I tell if its the booster or the ABS

I tried to disconnect/reconnect the battery thinking it would reset the fault but it has no change. Both lights come on as soon as I hit the brake.

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  • Rayjay Jun 16, 2009

    I checked out brake and parking lights and they work properly. I have read other posts and am pretty sure that its not the rear differential sensor because my speedometer is not affected. I still need to check CV axle. Thanks.

  • Marvin
    Marvin May 11, 2010

    U need to have the system tested by the dealer for trouble codes

  • Rayjay Dec 29, 2011

    I found the answer to my problem. The sensor wire to the front passenger wire was chaffed causing a break. The new wire costs 150 bucks. I soldered it myself and sealed it good with shrink wrap and silicone. Works fine now.

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When brake light is constantly on it normally means the rear brake light dont work (bulb blown) ABS normally means sensors pushed too far or teeth on abs cv axle could be damaged or bent. check that first.

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