Antilock Brake System - Continuity Testing Caution

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Article No. ^ BRAKES - ANTI-LOCK - DIAGNOSTIC TIP
87-12-3
^ WIRING - CONTINUITY TESTING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - DIAGNOSTIC TIP


FORD: 1987-88 THUNDERBIRD

LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1985-88 MARK VII, CONTINENTAL

ISSUE: Damage to the internal electronic components of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may occur if circuit continuity checking is done with a battery powered or "ground seeking" test lamp.

ACTION: If service is required, use the EEC IV breakout box and a digital volt-ohm meter to check circuit continuity.

CAUTION: Do not check any of the circuits with a continuity test lamp.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"