ABS False Activation, ABS Too Sensitive, ABS Activates On Normal Stop

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Possible Source	Action
Front or rear suspension concern	ELIMINATE the front or rear suspension as the cause of the problem. REFER to Suspension System - General Information .
RCM mounting	CONFIRM the RCM is mounted correctly. REINSTALL as necessary. REFER to Supplemental Restraint System .
Loose wheel speed sensor or excessive air gap	INSPECT wheel speed sensors for looseness or excessive air gap. TIGHTEN or INSTALL new as necessary. REFER to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) And Stability Control .
Rear wheel speed sensor tone ring or front wheel bearing damaged rusted or contaminated with foreign material	INSPECT the rear tone ring and front wheel bearing for damage, rust and foreign material. CLEAN, REMOVE foreign material or INSTALL new as necessary. REFER to the appropriate Suspension System article.
Parking brake shoes out of adjustment (dragging)	CHECK and if necessary, ADJUST the parking brake. REFER to Parking Brake System - Parking Brake And Actuation .