How to solve the simultaneous illumination of ABS and airbag lights in the Ford Escort?

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Fonseca
07/30/25 3:05am
It is recommended to go to a 4S shop or repair shop to check if the gap between the copper pieces of the front wheel sensor plug is too large or if the cable is disconnected. Then clear the ABS and airbag light fault codes, and the issue should be resolved. Below is relevant information: 1. ABS: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is an anti-lock braking system; it sends signals through sensors installed on the wheels indicating that the wheels are about to lock up. The controller then instructs the regulator to reduce the oil pressure in the wheel's brake cylinder, decreasing the braking torque. After a certain period, the original oil pressure is restored, and this cycle repeats continuously (up to 5~10 times per second), keeping the wheels in a rotating state while maintaining maximum braking torque. 2. Airbag: Airbag (Air-bag, or Supplementary Restraint System, abbreviation: SRS); refers to an inflatable soft bag installed in the car, which is deployed instantly in the event of a collision to provide cushioning and protect the safety of the driver and passengers. Generally, in the event of a collision, it can prevent the heads and bodies of the occupants from directly hitting the interior of the vehicle, reducing the severity of injuries.
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