ABS warning light and Traction control off

CARL ALSTON

MEMBER
2003 FORD MUSTANG
3.8L
V6
RWD
AUTOMATIC
124,000 MILES

I was just here and got the color code on the the purge valve that I had to replace, due to the blowout and the flapping thread knocking it off. Thanks to the guys who answered my question so quickly. :)The "Check Engine Light" went off, (after about twenty miles it came back on, but I think it is because I had to rig it with hose instead of the plastic gas line and it kinked a little, but at least the vacuum is not leaking. Although I hope I did not mess up the valve). The ABS and Traction Control lights come on, but not until after a mile or two. My theory is that the blow-out may have damaged the sensor, but I am concerned that it may have damaged the module I do not have $2,000.00 for a new one :(. There is a module under the same fender of the valve, on the opposite side, toward the front. Is that the ABS? If not can damage to it cause this warning light to come on.

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The ABS module is located just below the radiator on right hand side so I do not think so but in picture I am sending the constant control module is located by the fender well. So check that, you may have torn some wires there as well causing the problem. The fender well may have also pulled the harness as it is more than likely attached to liner so check that by the ABS for a loose connection. Traction control automatically knocks off when ABS goes on. Also, ABS modules can be rebuilt I think less than $300.00.

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