How to reset the ABS warning light on Roewe RX5?

[LePaul]

Once the warning light comes on, there are two methods to reset it. One is to visit a repair shop and have it cleared with a computer. The other method can be done by yourself by locating the car's battery. After a few minutes, reconnect it, and the ABS warning light will turn off.

[DeRyan]

That day when I was driving, I panicked a bit when the ABS light popped up on the Roewe RX5 dashboard. Remember to first find a safe place to stop, turn off the engine, wait a few minutes, and then restart—sometimes it's just the electronic system acting up. If the light stays on, you need to take it seriously. The most common issue is the wheel speed sensor being clogged with mud. Just use a water hose to rinse the black sensors on the inner side of all four wheels, but avoid using too strong a water flow. It’s also easy to check the ABS fuse in the fuse box yourself to see if it’s blown. However, never push through and keep driving. Last year, my neighbor kept driving on the highway with the ABS light on, and when he had to brake suddenly, the car skidded and hit the guardrail. The mechanic at the dealership told me that if this issue isn’t fixed, the wheels could lock up every time you brake, increasing the braking distance by over ten meters compared to normal. If you can’t figure out the cause, drive straight to the 4S shop to read the fault codes—their equipment will quickly tell whether it’s a sensor failure or a hydraulic pump problem. The repair isn’t expensive, but safety is priceless.

[SanPaislee]

I've encountered the ABS light issue on my Roewe RX5 twice. The first time was after driving in the rain - mud and water on the wheel speed sensor caused a false alarm. I pulled over and wiped the small probe on the inner side of the wheel with a wet towel, which fixed it. The second time was more troublesome - an OBD scanner detected complete failure of the left front wheel sensor. The repair shop said it might be due to rodents chewing the wires or connector corrosion. I recommend everyone pay attention to the dashboard while driving. When the ABS light comes on, it means the anti-lock braking system isn't working, making braking much more prone to skidding. During rainy seasons, remember to check the cleanliness of wheel speed sensors monthly - those small black cubes hidden near the brake discs collect dust easily. If restarting doesn't help, go to a professional auto repair shop. They can locate the fault in minutes using diagnostic computers, and replacing a sensor only costs about 200 yuan. Never cheap out with aftermarket parts - only OEM parts provide proper matching stability.

[StMadison]

The year I just got my Roewe RX5, the ABS light suddenly came on. I first checked three things myself: crawled under the car to see if the ABS wiring harness was scraped off; opened the engine compartment to confirm if the brake fluid level was too low; checked if there was abnormal tire wear. It turned out that the left rear wheel sensor connector was loose, and the fault light went out after unplugging and re-plugging it tightly. It is recommended that car owners prepare a set of simple detection tools. An ABS code eraser can be bought for thirty yuan on Taobao. If you go to a repair shop, remember to ask them to test whether the four-wheel speed data is synchronized. If not synchronized, it could be either a dirty sensor or a broken bearing magnetic ring. However, RX5 models after 2018 often have sensor corrosion problems, which is a design defect. It's best to let the 4S store do waterproof treatment.

[AbelLee]

Don't ignore the ABS warning light on your Roewe RX5 – I learned this the hard way on a mountain road. Last time when the light was on, I didn't pay attention, and the front wheels locked up completely when braking on a steep descent. Luckily, I was driving slowly and avoided an accident. My advice: when you see the yellow warning light, first check if the tire pressures are balanced – a difference of more than 0.3 bar can cause false triggering. Also listen for any humming noises while driving, which indicates bearing wear. If you're handy with tools, you can remove the wheels to inspect sensor clearance. Use a bank card to measure the gap between the probe and the tone ring – if it exceeds 1.5mm, adjustment is needed. As a temporary fix, disconnecting the battery negative terminal for ten minutes can reset the computer, but this only works for two or three days at most. Finally, I strongly recommend getting it properly repaired – the ABS system is vital for safety, and saving a few hundred bucks on repairs just isn't worth the risk.

[JudeRose]

Attention all Roewe RX5 owners! I've summarized five troubleshooting steps when the ABS yellow light comes on: First, turn off and restart the engine to check for false alarms. Second, inspect all four tires for mud or foreign objects. Third, check the ABS fuse located in the storage compartment below the driver's side. Fourth, unplug and reconnect each wheel speed sensor connector - use rust remover if you find green oxidation. Fifth, have someone read the fault codes for accurate diagnosis. Don't follow my friend's example of covering the warning light with tape - he rear-ended someone last month during rain and learned how dangerous ABS failure can be. If your wheel speed sensor is dead, don't rush to replace the entire assembly - buying just the sensor head online (same model) can save you half the cost. Remember it's the Bosch 1K090765 model - buying the wrong model would be a waste of money.