What are the reasons for the ABS light coming on in a Baojun vehicle?
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ABS light can illuminate in various states, with different causes and solutions for each state, as detailed below: State 1: ABS warning light remains constantly lit (most common). Cause 1: The ABS wheel speed sensor's sensing area is covered by dirt, mud, or other contaminants, affecting the sensor's ability to detect the corresponding speed signal. This prevents the ABS control unit from determining the vehicle speed and the wheel slip rate, thus failing to issue appropriate commands to regulate braking. Solution: Clean the dirt from the wheel speed sensor and adjust the gap between the sensor and the signal ring to restore normal function. Cause 2: Poor signal due to loose connections in the system wiring or poor contact in the ABS relay, leading to system failure. Solution: Inspect the wiring connections and reconnect any loose parts. State 2: ABS warning light intermittently illuminates, but turns off during acceleration. Cause: When multiple vehicle electrical devices are in use, the battery voltage drops below 10.5V. As the engine speed increases, the voltage rises, and the ABS indicator light turns off. The ABS system power supply voltage is too low, possibly due to poor terminal contact or grounding issues. Solution: Check the battery's specific gravity; inspect the charging system; examine the power supply (e.g., voltage relay or poor power contact). State 3: ABS warning light remains lit after engine start and only turns off when the engine is turned off (IGFF). Cause: Poor grounding contact in the ABS hydraulic valve body; poor contact in the ABS hydraulic valve body wiring connector; ABS control unit failure. Solution: Loosen the grounding screw of the hydraulic valve body, then retighten it, cleaning the contact surface if necessary; check if the connector gap has widened; replace the ABS or ABS/ASR control unit. State 4: ABS warning light illuminates during high-speed driving. Cause: During high-speed driving, the ABS control unit detects a significant discrepancy between the rear and front wheel speed signals; incorrect tire or wheel rim specifications. Solution: Refer to the vehicle's tire and wheel rim specifications, as indicated on the label near the fuel tank cap. State 5: ABS warning light intermittently illuminates. Cause: Improper adjustment of the brake light switch; poor internal contact in the brake light. Solution: With the engine running, press the brake pedal, push the brake switch linkage down fully with a finger, then release the brake pedal to complete the self-setting position; replace the brake light switch. If the ABS warning light is on, it is advisable not to continue driving. An illuminated ABS light indicates a fault in the vehicle's anti-lock braking system. During emergency braking, if the wheels lock up, the vehicle may skid uncontrollably, preventing the driver from slowing down or adjusting the vehicle's trajectory, posing significant safety risks.
The Baojun ABS light coming on could be due to a dirty or damaged wheel speed sensor, which is prone to getting covered in mud near the wheels. It might also be caused by poor contact or a broken sensor wire, especially since the chassis area is constantly subjected to vibrations. If the ABS control module gets waterlogged or malfunctions, it can trigger the warning light—my friend’s car once had module failure after being sprayed too hard with a high-pressure washer during washing. Other possibilities include a blown ABS fuse or low brake fluid, both of which are easy to check. I recommend heading to a repair shop ASAP to scan the trouble codes with a diagnostic tool. If the anti-lock braking system fails, hard braking could easily lock up the tires, which is especially dangerous on rainy days.
Never ignore the ABS warning light—it's a critical safety issue. The most common culprit is a faulty wheel speed sensor; if one wheel's signal is lost, the entire system shuts down. Loose wiring connections or unstable battery voltage can also trigger false alarms. When this happens, immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden braking. Head to a 4S shop for diagnostics ASAP—technicians can pinpoint the issue in minutes by reading fault codes with professional equipment. Don't hesitate over the inspection fee; if ABS truly fails, wet-road wheel lockup during braking will cost far more than that.
Our Baojun car had the ABS light constantly on last year, and it turned out the left front wheel sensor was clogged with mud. Cleaning it with an alcohol-dipped toothbrush fixed it immediately. A neighbor also encountered loose wiring connectors and solved it by simply plugging them back in tightly. However, if the ABS control module is damaged, it's more troublesome and costs around a thousand yuan to replace. Remember, when the light is on, the braking function still works, but you lose the anti-lock effect, so ease off the throttle early when turning to avoid skidding. If you're unsure, it's best to get it checked at a shop promptly—small issues left unattended can turn into costly problems.
