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Preparing to Clean Your ABS Sensors

When your ABS light comes on, one of several things could be the reason. Some are minor; some not so minor. Either way, you should always pay attention to it.

One example of something considered minor might be dirt on the sensor. Even something as small as this may cause your system to turn on the ABS light during evaluation. Road dirt and grime can easily build up on the sensor so this can happen often depending on driving frequency. But don’t wait for your ABS sensor light to come on before you get around to cleaning it. By all means, clean it regularly.

The best time to do this is when you are replacing brake pads because the wheels of the vehicle will already be off. Here are a few things you will need in preparation for cleaning your ABS sensors. Once you gather your materials, you’ll be ready to perform the task.

• Jack & Jack stands
• A heavy woven or durable rag
• Ratchet wrench and sockets
• Ratchet extension

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Automobile warranties are a great investment to make. We all know that sometimes our automobiles can break down at any time. Automobile repairs can be very serious and can require hundreds, or even thousands of dollars to pay for them. In today’s economy many Americans cannot afford to make the necessary car repairs for their automobiles because of the immense repair costs.

Getting a warranty on your automobile can protect you from having to pay most, or if not all of your necessary automobile repair costs. You can obtain an automobile warranty through your automobile’s manufacturer, or you can ask your local car dealership about warranties. Most new automobiles come with some type of automobile warranty called a factory warranty, but you can always purchase an extended warranty when your current automobile warranty expires. Continue reading ‘Warranties’ »