Hawthorne and Lawndale Auto Repair

Seeing the ABS light glow on the dashboard can feel unsettling. Your car still stops when you press the pedal, so it is tempting to wait. That light is the brake system asking for attention, and it often turns a simple sensor or wiring fix into peace of mind on wet roads. What the ABS Light Is Telling You ABS stands for antilock braking system. It watches each wheel with speed sensors and prevents a lockup during hard stops by pulsing brake pressure. When the light comes on, the system has detected a fault and usually disables the antilock function. Your normal brakes remain, but the added safety net that helps you steer while braking hard is not available until the fault is repaired. Common Reasons the ABS Light Turns On Wheel speed sensors live near the hubs where they face heat, moisture, and road debris. A cracked sensor, damaged wir ... read more