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ABS and Brake Light coming on

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TSSFiveSpeed, Mar 10, 2023.

  1. Mar 10, 2023 at 6:02 AM
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    TSSFiveSpeed

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    my 05 tacoma randomly threw me an ABS light and Brake light. I checked the fluid and it was fine, it braked just fine so i dont know what an issue could be im scared to drive it anymore what could be the problem?
     
  2. Mar 10, 2023 at 6:14 AM
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    code reader and pull the codes
     
  3. Mar 10, 2023 at 6:40 AM
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    forgot to state there is no codes for it. the lights are just on with no symptoms but its never happened before
     
  4. Mar 10, 2023 at 6:42 AM
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    Probably start by inspecting your wheel / speed sensors for debris, broken wires etc.

    Have you tried hard braking in a gravel lot with nobody around? See if the ABS is actually working?
     
  5. Mar 10, 2023 at 8:42 AM
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    Is your scanner capable of pulling ABS codes. If it’s not, it won’t show any codes.
     
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    no it probably isn't. i'll have to take it to a shop. yes it brakes just fine on gravel there's not a problem. also unplugged the battery for 30 minutes and nothing
     
  7. Mar 10, 2023 at 3:35 PM
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