What causes the ESC warning light to come on?

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VonTeagan
09/08/25 4:08am
ESC stands for Electronic Stability Controller, which is the vehicle's electronic stability control system. The main function of ESC is to make the car more stable and safe when changing lanes or cornering. Under normal driving conditions, the ESC system does not operate. When the ignition switch is turned on, ESC is activated, the warning light comes on, and the ESC off indicator light illuminates for about 4 seconds before turning off. If the ESC warning light on the car remains constantly lit, it indicates a fault in the vehicle's ESC, and the electronic stability control system is not functioning at this time. ESC mainly consists of three components: sensors, actuators, and the electronic control unit (ECU). A fault in any of these parts can cause the ESC warning light to illuminate. When the ESC warning light comes on, you can try restarting the engine, pressing the ESC off button on the vehicle, and then restarting again to see if the warning light was triggered by a false fault. Detecting ESC faults requires a specialized diagnostic tool for troubleshooting and identification. It should be sent to a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible.
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