ABS light on dash

[james2]

What will it be causing it ? Sensors. 

[Wazzzer]

Usually a speed sensor, you'll need a VAG COM scan to tell you which one though. Once a new one is fitted it should turn off in a few miles as it self tests

[gm8]

have a look at the front wheels, Ill had a CV gaiter go in the past and cover the sensor in crap. Clean with contact cleaner and light went off.

[james2]

Ill get this set if there for my car ?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4X-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-MK3-MK4-III-IV-BORA-ABS-WHEEL-SPEED-SENSOR-FRONT-REAR-SET-/151273799777?fits=Car+Make%3AVW%7CModel%3AGolf%7CPlat_Gen%3AMK+IV

[Wazzzer]

yep they'll fit. I'd only change the dead one though, they can be a hassle to get in/out

[itavaltalainen]

which one's dead?
is it a sensor, what did vcds say?

[james2]

which one's dead?
is it a sensor, what did vcds say?

There was a fault code, i tryed deleting it but i could not. Ill scan it tomorrow. One of the back wheels gets red hot because the break is seized , its could be that sensor. I would fix it but it comes and goes, its not getting hot anymore. 

[Wazzzer]

Common fault for the rears to seize, it's the handbrake mechanism. You can fit the Sharan springs to help it release better

[james2]

Common fault for the rears to seize, it's the handbrake mechanism. You can fit the Sharan springs to help it release better

Thanks for the tip.
Fault code is 00283 front left speed sensor. Is that the passanger side ?

[gm8]

yeah