What Causes the ABS, Anti-Slip, and Steering Wheel Lights to Illuminate in a Sagitar?
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The illumination of the ABS, anti-slip, and steering wheel lights in a Sagitar may indicate a sensor malfunction. It is advisable to take the vehicle to a 4S shop for inspection and repair. Additionally, the constant illumination of the ABS light indicates an anti-lock braking system alert. Normally, this light comes on when the ignition is turned on or the engine is started. If the light does not come on after turning on the ignition, does not turn off after lighting up, or illuminates while driving, it indicates a system malfunction. There may be two possible reasons: 1. If only the ABS warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a fault in the ABS system, but the vehicle can still rely on the conventional braking system for braking. It is recommended to seek professional repair as soon as possible. 2. If both the ABS warning light and the brake system warning light illuminate while driving, it indicates faults in both the ABS and the brake system, and the braking characteristics will change.
Recently, while driving my Sagitar, I encountered a situation where the ABS light, traction control light, and steering wheel warning light all illuminated simultaneously, which made me quite nervous. Upon reflection, this is commonly caused by sensor issues—for instance, the wheel speed sensor being blocked by mud, snow, or debris, leading the system to falsely report a fault. Since these lights are interconnected, the ABS and traction control systems share sensors, and the steering wheel light may indicate that the power steering system is also affected. This is more likely to happen after rain or driving on rough roads. Additionally, unstable voltage or an aging battery could trigger this fault. My advice is to inspect it immediately—don’t delay: turning the engine off and restarting might temporarily resolve the issue, but if the lights remain on, pull over safely and call for repairs. Never force the car to keep driving—if the brakes fail or steering becomes difficult, it could be extremely dangerous. Spending a small amount to replace the sensor or read the fault code is the way to go.
