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    More ABS Assist Inactive

    Has anyone experienced this problem with ABS Assist Inactive displayed on the MID? I'm aware of a recent thread where the OP was having similar problem as myself with me car. However, mine comes on whenever I turn on the headlights now. Very strange and hasn't happened before. Normally, if it does happen, I would associate it to low fluid level. Now, it happens when the headlight switch is turned on.

    Is there when/where the GM may need a refurbish of components?

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    Quote Originally Posted by ChrisFuture8 View Post
    Has anyone experienced this problem with ABS Assist Inactive displayed on the MID? I'm aware of a recent thread where the OP was having similar problem as myself with me car. However, mine comes on whenever I turn on the headlights now. Very strange and hasn't happened before. Normally, if it does happen, I would associate it to low fluid level. Now, it happens when the headlight switch is turned on.

    Is there when/where the GM may need a refurbish of components?
    How is your headlight wiring?

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    The headlight wiring hasn't been modified since I've own the car.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ChrisFuture8 View Post
    The headlight wiring hasn't been modified since I've own the car.
    Possible short?

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    ...possibly but I can't see how turning on the headlights will cause the ABS error on the MID console and the lights on the dash to lit up. I will have to do some detective work.

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    Check the grounding points related to the light and ABS. Lose the grounding point bolts and brush of any rust or oxidation.

    //Peter

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