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  • 03 Mach 1... ABS and weird smell!

    About 10 mins after I first crank and drive it the ABS light pops on! Sometimes it goes off after ~15~ mins and sometimes it stays on the whole time. Also when the ABS light comes on so does the traction control light, which means it turns off.

    After driving, when I open the door to get out there is a mild smell coming from underneath the car. Almost a burning smell but not quite. Like something getting real hot, but not a smoke smell. (does that make sense?). But the smell goes away very quick, I get out and try to hunt Down the source sniffing ferociously but can't find it.

    Any ideas? Troubleshooting? Any things I should be checking first?

    Thanks.
    Detailing is an Obsession!!

    1996 MYSTIC Cobra #405 of 2000

    Fox Coupe "Calypso Killer"

  • #2
    ebrake on.
    caliper stuck.

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    • #3
      Originally posted by EW View Post
      ebrake on.
      caliper stuck.
      The e-brake crossed my mind, too.

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      • #4
        E brake is fully down. I don't think it's sticking as one click up on the e-brake it doesn't roll, release it back down and it rolls( on my very slightly inclined parking spot). Also my brake indicator light goes on and off accordingly with the e-brake.

        Still maybe think it's hanging just enough to cause this?

        Also I've noticed my front brakes dust like crazy....
        Detailing is an Obsession!!

        1996 MYSTIC Cobra #405 of 2000

        Fox Coupe "Calypso Killer"

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        • #5
          Check the integrity of the front wheel bearings.

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          • #6
            See if the hubs are getting hot.

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