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The abs and the traction control light is on, how can i solve this problem

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Hello. The Antilock Brake System [ABS] and tractioin control light are both connected to sensors near each tire. In many instances the systems work but one or more of the sensors goes bad. With the ABS system, you will know it is not working if the brakes do not pump themselves during a fast stop.
Begin by driving to an Auto Zone or similar auto parts store and have them put their scanner on your Audi. This will pinpoint the problems with your abs and your traction control. From there you will be able to decide on what course of action to take. Regards, Joe

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SOURCE: traction control light and abs light

ok your problem is that your brakes are under force you shold get new brake pads ok

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SOURCE: ABS/traction control 1998 lincoln towncar

sounds like the brake pads may be metal to metal, that could be the noise problem, but until u have the system tested for the trouble code that is setin the ABS modules memory when the light comes on you are guessing, the Dealer is the only one in most cases that has the scan tool to check ABS trouble codes.

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  • Posted on Jun 10, 2009

SOURCE: ABS LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON DASH

make sure u didnt break a wire, there are sensors on the brakes, make sure theyre plugged in

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 15, 2009

SOURCE: abs light/traction control light

You can check out what the trouble code is by pushing and holding the information button and the up arrow (right side of instrument cluster above the radio) until all the instrument clusters light. Press the information button (last) to enter test mode. I've had an error C1234, meaning Left rear wheel sensor fault. I found the problem to be a corroded connector under the chasis just under the rear left door about 2 feet in. I had to by-pass (replace 1 wire due to corrosion at the connector.

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  • Posted on Jan 16, 2010

SOURCE: Engine light and ABS traction control light remain

The ABS sensor is a speed sensor also for Traction Control. This is why both lights are on , One of your front ABS sensors are bad or disconnected, or has a pinched wire.

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