Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 17:38:46 GMT From: John Davies <johndaviesNOSPAMnopsam.net> Subject: Re: Common reason for ABS warning light?
On Tue, 19 Mar 2002 11:29:53 GMT, Nick <nicknopsamtegrfx.demon.co.uk> wrote: >Hi all again, > >What is the most common reason for the ABS warning light on a '96 >900 2.0i (UK) car? I know this is a bit open-ended but is it usually >down to relatively simple things such as worn pads or faulty sensors? > >I have bought this car from a non-franchised garage and even though >they seem very 'above board' and have been very helpful and accommo- >dating, can such this warning light on the dash be extinguished by >any other ill-advised method (like cutting the wires)? The car was >serviced by another garage before sale so the exact answer on the fix >is not really available. That system is too important from a safety standpoint to disable the warning light! I suggest you have a Saab dealer or independent Saab shop fix the problem properly. Your ABS may or may not be working correctly. I think you should have it checked out rather than worry about disabling the light. John Davies Monroe WA USA 2001 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon 2000 Audi A4 quattro 1.8T 1991 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4x4