What does the ABS light mean on a Pontiac Grand Am?
What does the ABS light mean on a Pontiac Grand Am?
ABS light means a problem in ABS, not regular braking. 1999 Pontiac Grand Am with both the ABS, an Brake warning lights on my instrument panel. I replaced the low fluid sensor, the brakes are all new, and I read the codes. The codes are C1246, and C1286.
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 to do if your Pontiac Grand Am has a vacuum problem?
If you go to auto zone they will plug the code scanner into your car for free. The code will probably come up as a vacuum problem, and or a 0300 code which is multiple misfires, but don’t sweat the car is probably not misfiring it’s all comeing from the faulty electrical system.
What causes a Grand Prix ABS light to go off?
Improper tire size, such as two different sizes, will cause the wheels to turn at different speeds and may set a false code when the computer senses this as potential wheel lock-up. Low fluid level in the brake master cylinder will result in shutdown of the ABS and Traction Control system to prevent introduction of air into the brake system.
What’s the problem with my Pontiac Grand Am lights?
I ran a check on the system of the car, and I’ve discovered that the EBCM (electronic brake control module) is what’s causing the problem with the lights. The module costs around $600.00 but you might be able to go to a dealer and have the tech reprogram the module.
If you go to auto zone they will plug the code scanner into your car for free. The code will probably come up as a vacuum problem, and or a 0300 code which is multiple misfires, but don’t sweat the car is probably not misfiring it’s all comeing from the faulty electrical system.
How do you reset the ABS on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Resetting the electrical system, however, will also erase other settings on the vehicle, such as saved presets on the radio. If you do not wish to lose those settings, you can reset the ABS sensor through the “brake pedal” procedure. Turn off the Grand Prix’s engine, but leave the keys in the ignition.
How much does a Pontiac Grand Am touch cost?
It sounds like it is a $700-$900cdn touch. I have about 71k on my GA and I have already replaced both the left and right wheel bearing retaining hubs. Recently over the last 2 months these lights have been coming on intermittently, generally when driving in wet weather. Any ideas?
