Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

What to do when the ABS light is on

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Warning light – error code

Video tutorial

This video shows us what to do when the ABS light in our car is on: this means that if we need to make a sudden stop, the wheels of our car could skid and we might not stop in time. The first thing to do is to check the fuse related to the ABS system in our car, using a simple test light device.

If it is blown, replace it, if it is fine, proceed to the next step. Cars that use ABS have a speed sensor mounted on them, and they monitor rotation through a relay mounted on the CV joint of the brake rotor, or on the rear axle.

We must slowly rotate the ring to check for any damage or missing teeth, and then each sensor must be tested using a voltmeter - a device that we can easily purchase on e-commerce sites for a few euros - set to AC voltage, slowly rotating the hub: if no readings are generated, the sensor is faulty.

However, the most common failure is the controller itself, which is the computer of the pump engine, controlling each of the four wheels.

With the key off, if we still hear the pump running, it means that the pump relay is faulty and the module needs to be replaced. If despite everything the light is still on, then the problem lies in the wiring and must be diagnosed by a specialized workshop.


Posted on 20 July 2025 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

What Does the Brake Warning Light Mean?
What Does the Brake Warning Light Mean?
(Various brands) Various The brake warning light can be alarming: on many vehicles, it is two colours; let's see the difference. If the light is red, it indicates a danger si…
If the ABS Light is On, the Sensors May Just Be Dirty
If the ABS Light is On, the Sensors May Just Be Dirty
(Various brands) Various In this video, we see that sometimes we rush to change parts when it is sufficient to clean them and put them back. When the ABS light comes on, we o…
How to Check the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor
How to Check the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor
(Various brands) Various The ABS speed sensor is located near the wheel hub, in front of a toothed ring called the tone ring. Before checking the speed sensor, ensure that th…

Other guides you may be interested in

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Vari - What does the yellow engine malfunction light on mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the Ligier battery light indicate? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the check engine light on the Sym scooter mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the "CL 0-7A" error mean in the Kymco Agility scooter? Read answer
    • Vari - Why did the orange engine failure light come on in the Ligier JS50? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the error code 46 mean in the Yamaha T-MAX 500 scooter? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the flashing red light on the Piaggio Beverly 300 instrument panel indicate? Read answer
    • Vari - What does it mean when the INSP light comes on on the dashboard of the car? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the flashing ABS light on the Piaggio Liberty 125 mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the Piaggio Beverly 300 engine warning light indicate? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the Benelli TRK 502 engine warning light mean? Read answer
    • Vari - When do the orange lights come on in cars? Read answer
    • Vari - What color is the airbag warning light? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the yellow triangle light with an exclamation mark mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the EDC light mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the "Met in" light on Kymco scooters mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the engine warning light on the Kymco Agility 125 mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the Sym Symphony 125 engine warning light mean? Read answer
    • Vari - What does the disA light mean? Read answer

How to Remove the Rear Seat of a Hyundai Tucson?

To remove the rear seat of a Hyundai Tucson, follow these steps. Start by moving the front seats to their most forward position to gain space. Next, locate the release lever on the underside of the rear seat, near the floor. Press this lever down while pulling the seat upwards to unlock it from the anchor pins. Once unlocked, tilt the seat upwards and forwards to remove it from its position. Repeat this process for both sides of the rear seat. Be careful of any electrical cables or components that may be connected to the seat during removal. Once the rear seat is removed, the disassembly is complete.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos