frustratedcarguylv

2003 Mustang 3.8L Base Automatic 116k Miles

Issue #1:

The left front turn signal doesn't work. I already replaced the signal light bulb... couldn't find any fuses specifically dedicated to the left turn signal, is there such a thing, and where? The parking light for the left side works, but not the turn signal (it just blinks fast). The right turn signal works, and when I hit the hazards, the left turn signal won't work, but the right one will. Both headlights work, all tail lights work, as do the brake lights.


Issue #2:

The ABS light and "Traction Control Off" lights both stay on. I recently replaced all the brake pads and a leaky rear right side caliper. Both lights were on before repairs, and remain on after one drive cycle. I checked all the relevant fuses, one was blown, the traction control fuse (#5 under the dash). I replaced it and both lights are still on. After one drive cycle, Autozone scanned the ABS system and found no error codes. By the way, does this vehicle have abs sensors on all four wheels, or just the front?

I'm reselling the vehicle, so I want everything to be perfect. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

LivinTheStangLife

Broken wire somewhere.
There has to be a code in the abs or the light wouldn't be on. AutoZone probably can't check codes in the abs computer. Get the code checked at a shop with a good legit scan tool

frustratedcarguylv

thanks for the advice. by the way, when i hit the left turn signal, the green left arrow indicator on the instrument cluster doesn't flash at all, the front left turn signal doesn't work, but the clicking is the sound of a fast blinking turn signal... does that narrow it down? heh

LivinTheStangLife

Probably the best thing you can do is find a writing diagram of the turn signals and headlights and check powers and grounds and go from there

frustratedcarguylv

the resistance on my rear speed sensors should be 1830 to 2760, but I'm getting readings in the 1670-1700 range for both sensors. My front sensors get roughly the same reading, but they are within specs (1280-1920).. are both rear sensors bad for sure? I'd hate to throw money away, when the sensors are good. Both rear sensors are about a $110.00 investment (2 new aftermarket ones from ebay), and a used abs module is about $80.00. I'm not paying to have my abs codes pulled, ridiculous. What would you guys do?

For my turn signal issue, I'm going to take a shot with a $35.00 multifunction switch.