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Why is the ABS and Traction Control light on after my car’s wheel bearing replacement?

I took my car to a mechanic for a standard wheel bearing replacement service but now the ABS and Traction Control light is on. I’m worried something went wrong during the service. Why is the ABS and Traction Control light on after my car’s wheel bearing replacement?

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Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The wheel speed sensor was probably knocked loose or unplugged during the wheel bearing replacement service if the ABS and Traction Control light is now on. Here are some of the issues that could cause your ABS and Traction Control light to come on after wheel bearing replacement:
You’ll have to use an OBDII scanner to properly diagnose the trouble code or you can take your car back to the mechanic to have the problem resolved. We know dealing with car repairs can be frustrating. That’s why we made shopping for
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