Ram 1500 ABS and Brake Light in Peoria, AZ

On a Ram 1500, an amber ABS light means the anti-lock braking system has switched itself off, while a red BRAKE light can signal an applied parking brake, low brake fluid, or a hydraulic fault. A soft pedal, increased pedal travel, or wheels that lock during a hard stop requires attention, and the vehicle should not be driven when both lights are on or when the red light appears with a soft pedal. Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria in Peoria, AZ, provides ABS and brake light diagnosis for Ram 1500 drivers, tracing the warning to the braking system components that need inspection rather than guessing at the cause.

What the ABS and brake lights mean on a Ram 1500

The amber ABS light may remain illuminated after the Ram 1500 starts when the anti-lock system has switched itself off. Most often, this involves a wheel-speed sensor fault; normal braking remains, but the wheels can lock during a hard stop. The red BRAKE light, or a circle with an exclamation point, is different. It can mean the parking brake is applied, brake fluid is low, or the hydraulic system has a fault. Low fluid usually points to worn pads or a leak. A soft pedal, longer pedal travel, or wheels locking in a hard stop calls for prompt attention. With both lights on, or with the red light and a soft pedal, the vehicle should not be driven.

What the diagnosis covers at Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria

The ABS and brake light service begins with a scan of the anti-lock brake module for stored trouble codes. The inspection then tests the wheel-speed sensors, their wiring, and the tone rings that support the system’s speed readings. Brake fluid level and condition, pad wear, and the parking brake switch are also checked. These steps help distinguish a sensor or wiring concern from low fluid, worn pads, a leak, or a parking-brake switch issue. Drivers noticing an amber ABS light, a red BRAKE light, or an unusual pedal should schedule service at Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria.

Recalls on the Ram 1500

NHTSA 13V128000 covers the 2013 Ram 1500 parking brake. The parking brake cable equalizer may be set incorrectly, allowing the vehicle to roll when parked and increasing crash risk. Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria checks open recalls by VIN, and a franchised dealer performs the recall remedy at no charge to the owner by resetting the parking brake cable equalizer if required.

Booking at Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria

A visit includes an anti-lock module scan and inspection of the sensors, wiring, tone rings, fluid, pads, and parking brake switch. Drivers can schedule service online or contact Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria at 623-400-7471. The dealership is located at 8665 West Bell Road, Peoria, AZ 85382.