TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT FIX | COMMON CAUSES

How to fix traction control warning light
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[@danjarvis6980]

Thank you sir for starting off with the simple description and fix first and keeping the more expensive fix last. Well done.

[@AncelAcosta-c6w]

Thank you for helping will try that out tomorrow for sure thanks for acutely explaining

[@ishmielhardrick9483]

Finally someone who makes sense thanks 🙏🏾

[@jayl1712]

My trac light is on, and I can’t pass emissions test in Cali. Now to do the work and find the issue. Thanks for the info Greatly appreciated.

[@leansbeans23]

Thank you for the thorough explanation, just now had this issue with my 2019 Chevy traverse. After a few check ups & scanning under the hood, the problem was just a dirty sensor. Thanks again for the help!

[@nealstanley4423]

Thank you for the info.

[@gobsofgopherguts]

Ever since manufacturers started putting computers in cars to monitor every part, it's been one costly problem after another. Engines used to be easy to diagnose and easy to fix without computers. Now it's just a nightmare. The computers cause more problems than the engines ever do.

[@angikennedy6339]

Exactly. I have two cars right now shutting down immobltbe abuse of this faulty light

[@Usehernamenotmine69]

They make money by not fixing the problem

[@gjason6692]

Well said

[@procrastination.station]

Just wait until the government starts forcing car manufacturers to put sensors and to monitor you and your parts to determine whether or not the vehicle can run. It's coming, some of the bills have already been passed in Congress to allow remote shut off if the car senses you are impaired. For real look it up, I believe by 2030 is supposed to be implemented.

[@IvanMolina-n5k]

Amen brother !!

[@JK-kf9ju]

Top off the brake fluid !!!! Fill it to the max line!!! 2014 q60 owner here. I had both brake light and traction control warning light on after a brake fluid job. I never knew the car had brake fluid level check sensor until today. I thought a minimum amount in the reservoir was enough but obviously it's not ok with G37/Q60. After learning about this from a web site, with a very much doubt in my mind that topping off the fluid will do the trick, I went ahead anyway and topped it off, started the car and Voila!! immediately the annoying lights are gone! Top off the brake fluid!!! Fill it to the max line!!!

[@lesliewilson135]

I really appreciate your information. Thank you

[@diannealesse6101]

I have the Trac and VSc light on. I believe its because my rear right tire is going flat now that I listened to all your suggestions. I am getting new tires in the next few days so I will see if the these signals go off. Your video is really informative and I will be following you to get more help. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us!

[@armstrongsylvestre8517]

Hey was it because of the tire going flat that caused the issue cause I think I got the same problem

[@laurenceespiritu6299]

Best explanation ever I ever heard Thann you

[@clydeburton6781]

Thank you very much ❗, your knology is very needed, thank you again have a blessed day❤

[@TEEWHYC]

Hi, my traction control light comes on randomly and once its on and I press my gas, theres a delay in reaction from the car moving forward. Can this be caused by my sensors?

[@sparksb4252]

did you ever find the problem?

[@laporshaadams4755]

Mine did that today. Did you find the problem? Also when I braked it act like it was stuck. I had to really push the brake to stop.

[@TEEWHYC]

@@laporshaadams4755 hi, yes! The issue was my throttle body

[@carmenbarnes2510]

May I ask what kind of vehicle?

[@mandytsuye2400]

​@@TEEWHYCI'm having that issue. My Escalade intermittently shows a Service Stabilitrak/Traction Control Light & a P with Wrench (Electronic Parking Brake) Light. Did this happen to you?

[@rickh5047]

I just ran through a puddle during a storm and hit the breaks slightly and ABS and traction control lights went off. I figured it was more of a temporary sensing issue but the lights do not reset automatically after power off. Is there a specific reset process for a 2015 Lexus ES?

[@shoh1530]

Very thorough explanation. Thankyou.

[@joakim7755]

Do not ever ignore traction control and abs light, took me 2 months to diagnose on my Chevy Malibu 08 it was the both control arms and speed sensor.

[@sp35416]

Wow!! I love you!! We have steering issues I think that's why it comes on when started up. I'll be back for more advice What mechanical expertise 💖💖💖

[@steelcitycaprice.899]

I chased was for almost a year. I changed one hub that seemed to be the problem but didn't fix the light. I then changed the other three hubs and still the light was still on. The problem ended up being there was this green corrosion in different parts of the harness so after addressing that the light finally went out.

[@grimminalmyndzrecords2065]

How much was the cost for that ... because I'm having the same issue

[@oqvp]

Great video right to the point, that's how you really help people.

[@theresadanos9361]

I have a 2019 Blazer it has an auto shut off when I stop let my foot off the brake pedal the ESC light comes on then goes back off thank you for sharing.. from southeast Louisiana..

[@Take-a-Stand]

Check your breather hose to your air filter too; esp. if recently changed. plug the hose back into the hole in the intake. Update: A cracked coil stem was the problem. USE TOYOTA COILS, not aftermarket ones.

[@TWOMARKISS]

This is exactly what my mechanic told me to get he just fixed my alternator wire and he told me to get a hose for the air filter. If I’m getting this right the light should turn off after this correct?

[@Apostlepaul777]

Nice job explaining, thanks🙏

[@myfavorites1016]

Thank you so much for this information, i believe mine is eithet the wheal bearing assembly or the side mount sensor

[@babygrizwold]

I have a 2015 Kia Soul ex, and I do need front rotors and pads. The rear has already been done and fixed. Today, I stopped at a stop sign, and the car stalled. It started up roght away, but then the TC light came on, and my rpm gauge went to 0. The car didn't want to accelerate much either. Im assuming this is because of my needing to do my front brakes ( pads and rotors). I turned TC off ( using the button) as I can't have my brakes fixed for 2 weeks as the shop is busy. Hopefully, this is all it is. It's just crazy to me though because back in the day, I'm an 80s kid, I drove my mom and dad's older cars from the 70s and they never had TC on their cars and it drove just fine.😮

[@gubby64]

Thanks! This fixed the issue.

[@DanniTheMagicJunkDrawer]

I just bought a used car. Then service AWD light comes on when I turn on the wipes, which is what engages the AWD. Could it be the tires are not all the same?

[@kevinmcconville462]

Question, I have a 2016 Ford expedition. I replaced the ABS because the dealer told me too now they tell me I need to replace the vacuum pump because I had exactly these problems that you’re talking about. My sensors they said we’re fine, but just today after trying to back up a little driveway hill, my right tire seems to spin out. The traction light comes on and it just blinks. Again, the dealer says that my vacuum pump needs to be replaced and they think that will fix the problem. Any input from you would be great. Your videos are fantastic. I trust your input more than them for some reason I feel like I’m putting a Band-Aid on a bullet one and they’re just shooting at this blind again again, thank you for your time.

[@nazihborish8224]

I changed the lower steering shaft for my nissan maxima ' I did alignment and car running straight ' but suddenly sometimes when I turn the steering right or left it brakes hard by itself like crazy as if car slips. I noticed that sometimes the 'steering is not in the center exactly ' and sometimes centered. Do think this issue caused by the aftermarket steering shaft? And the angle sensor reading something wrong when I turn the steering ' that's why vdc and abs stops the car by the ecu itself

[@samuelwainaina7]

Did you get the issue solved and if yes,How?

[@boosted5.050]

Exactly what was happening to me in the hurricane in California. In my 2001 Toyota seqouia. We came to Arizona for the week and it went away and today it occurred on a dry Phoenix day. Traction light flashing and feels like loss of power and control for a temporary couple seconds

[@coronafong]

very useful and informative, i appreciate you knowledge and expertise.

[@JayDeePLUS-BEATZ]

To add to everything you said, the first thing you need to do is hook up a Biderectional scan tool and research the individual codes. The very next thing you need to do is use your scan tool to perform a reset/recalibration of the ABS/TRACTION Control system and then Clear all DTCS, run another scan and see what comes back. If nothing comes back than chances are you did brakes or suspension on a newer car and the ABS system needed to be reset.

[@grumpyoldrockers1048]

Got only 1 problem with my 2008 Chevy HHR. The traction control button worked fine UNTIL after replacing my BCM. Doing so fixed all kinds of problems I was having when I bought this car. Stuff I thought the BCM didn’t control now all work, but now everything‘s perfect except for I can’t engage the traction control button, but was able to before the new BCM. Is that something that should’ve been done when the BCM was programmed? If so, how hard is it to add that programming? Oh and there is no trouble light on or anything like that. It’s just doesn’t work anymore when I push in the button.

[@douglasmarkle6932]

Thank God I live in Florida and dont have to worry about faulty sensors. No inspections here

[@JonathanRogers1982]

For a titan truck... So I replaced a relay for the horn and the slip light came on and stayed on. All electrics work, no issue with brakes, sensors, all fluid levels maximum.... Checked the fuse box ground.... Did the whole drive straight and unhook the battery things.... No luck, still on. It's the only light on. What can clear this darn light out? I can't see the 2wd 4x4 icon and select drive mode with the slip light on. Any ideas on the fix?

[@maximobautista9671]

Thanks for your knowledge. I have a question. Someone changed the brake buster on my Ford Edge and now I have problems with the tracción control and one side of my brake pads get stuck. Any advice. Please. Any advice to do thanks for your help.

[@romeojkdful]

Thanks for the info. I have a 2014 GTR and the traction control light went on during hard rain. I hope it goes away when It stops raining.

[@fredguerra4917]

Excellent information.

[@stuartjakl]

I have an 04 Honda Odyssey van that's been sitting for the last couple of years in the garage. I just charged the battery and fired it up. No problems started it right up. Took it for a drive for about 4 miles and by the 3rd mile the traction control light came on right after I swerved to miss a goose on the road. Don't know if it was related or not but the engine light is now on as well constantly. Thoughts? I also need to drain the gas. The exhaust smells a little bit bad, but it ran perfectly.

[@addminusDIY]

I replaced my front strut and lower control arm then i got traction light and abs light coming on and off. I tried to clean the sensor now only traction light coming on, do you know whats the cause? Ty

[@punaniexpert77]

Thank you brother, great help.

[@marlonford7384]

Thanks another from st.louis

[@chris-parker]

I bought a brand new 2024 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss, and after just 10 days and regular road/highway driving, a bunch of warnings popped up on screen. Service Traction Control, Service ESC, etc. It reduced my speed and acceleration (a preservation mode I assume). Luckily, I was almost home. When I opened the door I could hear a strange engine sound and it smelled like something was burning/rubbing. I also assume my issue isn't just a faulty sensor with a quick fix, lol. Or it could have been a sensor/computer error that triggered a system response even though the problem came from nowhere. Do you see more issues with vehicles that have more electronic systems causing mechanical problems or vehicles that are more analog having problems?

[@darrellmurray1625]

This was vary helpful thank you

[@midlandstribullbabesmtbb309]

Very informative!! I was told it was a wheel speed sensor that was causing the weird noise & feeling in the brake pedal when I stepped on it & the instrument cluster has an erratic flash + service stability control. I acquired this 2002 Escalade w/ a lot of problems… annoying problems that should’ve bn easy to fix. Sum were simply, sum needed a real mechanic- honestly, I think mechanics just didn’t want to fix. I’ve bn to shops & asked shade tree mechanics to fix it. Idk, I guess it’s just too hot in SC for them to work & think at the same time. I’m on the verge of selling it. 🤦🏽‍♀️ (I miss my Tahoe). Thanks for this video.

[@__-ti2en]

I got an 06 Escalade. My traction control and stability control started coming on. At first it would cause my brake pedal to get spongy and reduce engine power. Then after a while, my brakes started locking up and smoking on the front driver side. Now sometimes I can't barely get it to move out park. I changed steering wheel sensor, wheel speed sensor, throttle body, cleaned the reluctant on the wheel hub and it's STILL acting up. I don't know what the ell is wrong with it. It's been about 5 years sitting up but I can't bring myself to take it to a shop. If it didn't have that stupid shit, it would be running good now with no problem. 🖕that truck🤬

[@traviskelly7082]

@Top5AutoRepairs Question will low transmission fluid cause TCS and VDC Light?

[@ljlee5519]

Thank you so much sir, appreciate your info. I got a challenge with my toyota fortuner 2013 2D4D. The moment i connect my MAP sensor and i drive above 40km/h, then it goes into limp mode. I got a new MAP sensor, but the problem still remains. It goes together with some exhaust smoke. Please advise. Kind regards Derick from South Africa

[@bquedenfeld]

2016 JKU On a dry day merging into traffic traction control light start blinking and jeep slowed down Took foot off gas pedal and then resumed to normal speed again in a little bit. The light came back on this happened two or three times so I turned my traction control off and made it home. Should I be looking for something in particular?

[@2xclusive820]

Same thing with my Tahoe

[@destinycormier1223]

Same thing w my Jeep now

[@AddieYvoone]

Same thing with my little Hyundai

[@ValoCaraveo]

Could it be possible a bad air valve on my wheel effect this VSC light. I aired my tires, but the low air tire light stays on. Can it also cause the VSC light to come on also?

[@ricksmash8080]

I’ve had the traction control and ABS lights on my truck for 9 years, no amount of wheel hubs, ECBM replacements, wheel speed sensors, or brake fluid can get rid of these damn lights.

[@davidtodora6173]

Thank you! My CTS has a new computer and new antitheft system, but the TC light stays on

[@AgnesLewis-l2l]

Computer....is bad.had same problem with my car...exchange computer

[@MandaRichard-ui6yd]

What's a good way to start trace it down friend when light stays on but no code so it causes me to lose abs and has already caused a fender bender from sliding ... I guess I'm asking were would be best to start at cuz all the modular and stuff for abs is not cheap so I don't want to just go through and replace everything if I don't have to being that would be up in thousands to redo the whole abs system ... Thanks in advance friend and great video

[@truending]

After just turning a small curve uphill in university campus in my Crv executive (2023), the car lost control and skidded. Thank God there was no pedestrian or another vehicle. I went to Honda service right away and they just drove the car and said everything’s fine. No, it was dangerous and I was not even at high speed.

[@daniellara6760]

Thank you for the video Where are you located

[@earlmoore5198]

I have a 2015 Toyota Highlander Limited. I had the front end alignment and the traction light came on. I took it back to the mechanic but he wasn't aware how to get it to turn off. Told me I would have to take it to another shop (Firestone). I have been looking on KZbin to find an answer but haven't had any luck. I hated to have to pay to have it checked out but don't know how to fix. Can you help?

[@speak-inspire]

Thank you 🙏

[@abelbanuelos5756]

Let's just say u helped a lil

[@IvanCastro-u1l]

My 2004 Escalade traction light comes on i believe my wife hit a curb when the light comes on it seems as if my transmission is slipping

[@tylertran93nsx]

Hi i have a 2012 Prius gen 3 and my traction light on, would changing out the ABS sensor fix the problem and which wheel would i know to replace it? thank you….

[@heatherl0815]

thank you!

[@lauralynngraveshnc8986]

Why is my throttle control light coming on like a half a second before my traction controll light comes on? I turn the car off and turn it back on which allows me to drive a little ways before both lights come back on. I've already replaced the throttle body. The printouts at O'Reilly's told me to replace the map sensor after I replace the throttle body. I replaced the map sensor, but it's still telling me I need to replace the map sensor. Both the throttle body and traction control lights are still coming.

[@gustavomolina5285]

How do you know which tire needs the wheel speed sensor? I'm new to this and I don't know much about cars. But Everytime it rains my TCS OFF light stays on and so does the slip light.

[@NATURAL227]

I have Nissan Al tima 2013 as recently i have change tyres and the car was running very smoothly but next day the side tyre has been removed for the AC compressor replacement so i am facing this issue and even the car is not smoth like before as i am feeling tha the same tyre is vibrating/shaking even that is like very rough..

[@moniqueaftertrucking]

Thank you

[@duckygibson2075]

Not me driving my car for 5 years w my traction control and ABS lights on the whole time lmaoooo. Rwd w the hemi. I’m careful during rainy conditions.

[@tavaresmorales9008]

Mine has that light on and the brake and the traction control blinks too 😭

[@girmaiahmed9982]

I have traction light on with my Ford fusion hybrid how Ivan rich you your location to fix my car?

[@scottdavey3804]

So, today I was driving and the tcs light flashed once and then went back off. It has stayed off. I have a mazda 3. Does that mean that I need to get my car checked?

[@arthernandez1134]

Hi. I have a 2012 civic ex. Was in accident. I replace the ABS module was damage. Now the car breaks by itself when it gets to 9 mph. I replace speed sensor as well. I don’t have any lights on gauge cluster. When I press the traction button nothing turn on

[@bethieb8160]

My tcs light comes on on cold mornings (no rain or snow, just cold) and my check engine light comes on at the same time. It happens as soon as I turn my car on and then it stays solid and my car doesn't want to shift at all. After I let my car warm up, the tcs light goes off but the check engine light stays on. I have an 02 Honda Accord and we've checked everything we can think of.

[@hilham89]

I have a 2010 jeep patriot fwd 2wd with the traction control light that stays on, been like that since I got it. No abs light on just the TCL

[@WanderingSou1]

I have a g35 and vdc slip light and englight when on and my car turned off while i was driving. What could be wrong?

[@frankiea8316]

Can a traction control light that stays on cause my car to go into limp mode.? I have a 2002 honda accord v6

[@dontracy8924]

I need shocks on the front of my 14 Cadillac cts… could that be the reason my traction light is on ?

[@ronwashingtonjr.712]

I have a 2012 Chevy Traverse LS and my issue is that my brakes are tighten when I’m on the road and I’ll have to wait for hrs for the brakes to loosen up. The Traction Control Off and Service Stabilitrak light pop up.

[@duridersa]

I fixed my clocks spring cause our horn wasn't working. Then about two months later, if you take a corner or a bend at slow speed, the traction control kicks on and it almost cause as you to crash the vehicle.. Do you think it's due to the clock? Spring of clean the wheel sensors. They were dirty had a bunch of chunks. But after cleaning it it did happen once again

[@LostBiblicalBooks]

2005 equinox I have the TC on and cant get rid of it

[@darlakwilliams6891]

Thank u sir

[@EAMusicProductions]

Can this happen if you drive a truck with UN balanced tires ?

[@MrMrsregor]

my 2013 rav4 AWD light and traction control light is on after my battery died ? they wont go off after the car started, and still wont go off after i left the battery disconnected over night... i thought charging the battery might have fixed this, and then hoping that disconnecting battery would clear memory. but it did not... any other ideas ?

[@craigjoseph9374]

My 2006 Expedition advance track light cones on and the problem is the left side (driver's side) brake stops working from time to tone, sounds like grinding when step on the brake pedal. What do you think is the problem?

[@raulgonzalez1975]

I have these lights on when I press the brakes at start up and can not shift out of park. Will this fix my issues or should I check something else?😊

[@jackwilson4722]

I have a 2005 lincoln tc with a bad electronic door lock module that does the same..try taking the battery cable off and wait a few minutes..resets everything..have to do it whenever it rains..till i can find one...good luck...

[@saschakoback4328]

How do I remove the wheel speed sensor

[@jesusguido6986]

Thanks for this. Today I was parking my tacoma on a off road terrain. I noticed that when the wheels spin the TCL came on for about 2 secs multiple times but with a weird noise. Any thoughts?

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

It's normal due to the wheel slipping.

[@antoinettelemos8740]

Hi i dod a obd2 on my 2019 escape issue came up as anti lock brake system but no codes or lumination. You mnow whata gping on?thanks

[@larrybaldwin827]

Why would my light blink when taking off and now my brakes are locking up while in gear? What should I be looking for? Thanks in advance

[@MrJcosenza79]

A what problem????? Can’t understand? For when the light stays on. Thanks

[@carsonfamily7039]

Got my controls arms fix missed my front it end But the guy put on a Awd for my 2020 charger which Rwd ? & my tire dragging to the right What could it be

[@isnamthere4690]

What do you think about my traction control light coming on when I start the vehicle? Out of the blue, some mornings when I start the vehicle, the traction control light comes on. If i turn the car off again, and then restart, the light doesn't come back.

[@Vic-zp5ft]

can this be trigger is i blow both drivers side coilovers on a pothole ?

[@dr.ahmedzakaria3538]

About one year ago ESP BAS and traction light, then both ABS and Handbrake lights together. So Now in my Dodge Nitro 2008 ESP BAS, Traction, ABS and Handbrake lights are being together. What is the problem? I Want to Fix All of These Lights.

[@MsMaryland09]

question my traction light comes on while driving, it feels like i lose the power steering and brake is hard to push. i noticed yesterday that the RPM went from 1 1/2 to 0 when the light came in and still in drive . when i put it in park the brake gets really hard and wont push down .i have to turn the van off and back on for it to go away ?? no one knows what it could be, its been tested 7 times nothing comes up .any answers ????thanks

[@joedekat4896]

Having the EXACT SAME problem in my 2014 Versa :(

[@TheEggster111]

Aight so I did a whole engine swap, I think when I switched the computer over from the other engine it kinda messed with it. Not sure what I can do, since I need the computer

[@Marco213s.mexicanpower]

Can this be part of bad alternator too

[@joescrivani7400]

Hey man , love all your vids. To change the subject tho, bypassed my leaking heater core , now A/C is not working , thought they were separate , any ideas why Sir ? 07 Dodge caliber 2.0

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

Strange. It shouldn't affect the A/C system at all. Check if anything got loose like the pressure switch connection on the A/C line.

[@joescrivani7400]

@@Top5AutoRepairs Thanks , Top Five, hey , had to work, but found that the fans aren't actuating correctly, new thermos, temp.sensor and gauge work perfectly , fans do come on , just not in correct sequence and ,how can I buy you lunch or suntn Man, your the best on here.😇

[@joescrivani7400]

Thanks Man, hey, when I cross the wires on the temp.sensor it comes on, and the lightning bolt comes on too ,though new sensor., Thanks again.

[@victormaglasang2776]

My Lexus NX200T traction control light and HOLD keeps on blinking after I change the battery. Pls help me diagnose thanks.

[@chriscruz8269]

I change my wheel sensor and it didn't fix the issue the code I got was c1041 any idea what else it could be

[@fromnarasimha]

Why traction control getting on frequently. What should I need to do. I am new to car world .

[@1smae100]

I have a 2010 Lexus es 350 My traction control light is on along with malfunction indicator lamp. Someone did tell me the one of my fans near transmission needed undercarriage wash due to dirt . Could this be the issue Please help

[@donluu1820]

my tracking control, ABS and brake lights. No error code in ODB check and wont reset with battery disconnected

[@rg-mi5hh]

Iff the engine light came on first, then the power steering went out, and the traction control light came on is it safe to drive to a mechanic. Also, what could that be?

[@jvette38]

This has happened twice on my 2005 c6 corvette. If I put my foot down, the service traction control will come on. Just got a torque converter put in.

[@Habbasio]

HI SIRI GOT DODGE RAM1500 2010 ANY TIME TRACTION LIGHT COME ON BRING P0344 CODE WITH IT.I CHECK ANY WIRE TO ECM CHNGECAM SENSOR . TODAY DRIVER 32MLS BRING BACK TO SHOP REDRIVER TRACTION COMEON ATERFEW SECOND P0344 COMEON PLS HELP.ANY YOU HAVEANY INFO

[@russcatt5952]

This happened with me, I had to change out my Steering rack on my mustang