Posts Tagged: ABS sensor
Trac off light on
Trac off light on and ABS light on GM vehicles Shops are reporting huge failure rates on ABS sensors in some late model GM vehicles. When the ABS system detects a fault the computer lights the ABS light and turns off the traction control notifying you with a trac off light on. The problem with the ABS light and Trac off light on is most often a bad ABS sensor inside with the wheel bearing/hub. These sensors are made in two styles: Exterior ABS wheel speed sensor This style ABS … Read More
The benefits of using back probe pins and probes
Use back probe pins to diagnose electrical, sensor, and computer issues When you’re checking live voltage readings on sensors, you have to connect to the wires while it’s connected. Some techs stick a pin through the wire. That works, but it can create problems later on if you don’t properly seal the insulation when you’re done. The best and most professional way is to use back probe pins since they don’t damage the insulation. I’ll show you the pros and cons of wire piercing probes, back pin probes, and spoon … Read More