How to reset the sensor for an ABS on a Pontiac Grand Prix?

by Daniel Valladares. The only tool required to reset the sensor for the ABS system on a Pontiac Grand Prix is a socket wrench. Because the ABS system sensor uses the electrical system, resetting the electrical system will reset the ABS system.

What are the most common problems with a Pontiac Grand Prix?

One of the most common problems that occur with the Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM vehicles is a burnt out window motor or a broken regulator. The driver’s window gets the most use and is usually the first to fail.

What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?

The General Motors 3800 Series II 3.8L V6 engine is one of the most reliable motors ever manufactured with many of them easily reaching over 250,000 miles. To keep your Grand Prix running for years to come, the best thing you can do is regularly change the oil.

How much does it cost to replace a power window on a Pontiac Grand Prix?

The driver’s window gets the most use and is usually the first to fail. A replacement power window motor and regulator assembly can be purchased online for about $40 to $60. Only a few simple tools and about an hour are needed to replace one.

Why does my Pontiac Grand Am Not turn on?

All three lights are on and when you make a hard right or left turn and accelerate at low speed the car seems like the drivetrain is missing, almost like it’s skipping. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know.

What does ATC stand for on a Pontiac Grand Am?

ATC stands for automatic traction control. If your car is a 2000 or newer you might find the anti lock brake relay underneath the battery tray along the left frame rail of the car. If you go to auto zone they will plug the code scanner into your car for free.

Where is the anti lock brake relay on a Pontiac Grand Am?

If your car is a 2000 or newer you might find the anti lock brake relay underneath the battery tray along the left frame rail of the car. If you go to auto zone they will plug the code scanner into your car for free.

How do you reset the tire pressure light?

With the key in the ignition and in the “ON” position, hold down the button in the fuse box that says “reset”. The Tire Pressure or Oil Change light will start to blink, let go and push it one more time and the light will go off. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.

Where is the fuel pump on a Pontiac Grand Am?

Check in the engine compartment fuse box, it should be near the battery under the hood. The cover should be pretty easy to remove. The fuel pump should be connected through a fuse in slot 48. If that fuse looks good, then you may want to check the fuel pump relay (also inside the engine compartment fuse box).

Why is the starter not turning on my Pontiac Grand Am?

If you can hear the starter motor turning but the engine isn’t turning (look at the belt) then the starter may not be engaging (in your car I believe this means that you must replace the whole starter). You can remove and test your starter to confirm whether or not the solenoid is engaging the starter.

What happens if you reset the ABS sensor?

Because the ABS system sensor uses the electrical system, resetting the electrical system will reset the ABS system. Resetting the electrical system, however, will also erase other settings on the vehicle, such as saved presets on the radio.

Why is the traction control light not coming on?

Within minutes, the traction control light came back on. No abs light this time, and the car doesn’t seem to be jerking anymore. I took the car back in and they said the code was leading them back to the abs, meaning it’s probably the abs module causing the problem.

When did the G6 traction control light come on?

The Pontiac G6 was a midsize car that was produced by General Motors. It was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year to replace the Grand Am. Hello. I recently had a traction control light coming on in my Pontiac G5 GT (didn’t see a forum for G5).

What causes a bad traction sensor on a Pontiac Grand Prix?

Most likely a bad wheel hub assembly which holds bearings and ABS speed sensor. Jack up the wheel off the ground. Grab it at 12 and 6 position and shake it. Any movement equals bad bearings. This will cause the wheel speed sensor to move around and be read as a faulty ABS/Traction Indicator.

How does traction control work in a Grand Prix?

The anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Traction Control systems in your Grand Prix both use the ABS wheel-speed sensors and modulator valve assembly to control wheel slip. The ABS system monitors the wheel-speed sensors and relieves brake pressure on a wheel that it senses is nearing lock-up.

What causes bad ABS on Pontiac Grand Prix?

Grab it at 12 and 6 position and shake it. Any movement equals bad bearings. This will cause the wheel speed sensor to move around and be read as a faulty ABS/Traction Indicator. Then grab it at 3 and 9 and shake it, movement will most likely be worn outer tie rod ends. Same part for either side.

When does traction control go off in a Grand Prix GT?

When the lights are on and the error messages are on your control panel, the traction control is disabled. I have a 2004 Grand prix GT. Sometimes when im applying the brakes and turning at the same time, my abs kicks in. and sometimes the abs light, trac control light and the service brakes lights all come on.

Is the ABS service light still on on my Pontiac Grand Prix?

The ABS service light still on, after replacing the wheel baring, However, it still needs to be fixed. Hpe it helps to anyone. for me steering var, tapping was really anoying because I could feel while accelating and braking. My trac light comes on after a couple miles and therefore my RPM’s shut off.

Where is the wheel speed sensor on a Grand Prix?

Unplug the faulty wheel speed sensor, located on the back of the wheel bearing and hub assembly at each wheel in the Grand Prix and test the resistance of the sensor using your digital volt/ohm meter set to read resistance. The resistance of a good wheel speed sensor will be1k ohms +/- 10 percent.