What Causes the Skid Light to Illuminate and How to Address It?
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The skid system light primarily refers to the ESP malfunction indicator. When the anti-skid light illuminates, it indicates that the ESP is either turned off or experiencing a malfunction. Below are the reasons for the anti-skid light coming on and the corresponding solutions: 1. Requires restarting: Accidentally pressing the ESP off button. If the ESP off button is mistakenly pressed, simply reactivating it will clear the anti-skid light. 2. Requires inspection and repair: (1) The sensor connector is loose or malfunctioning. (2) There is a short circuit in the wiring or the related fuse has blown. (3) Software issues causing poor signal transmission. (4) ABS pump failure.
The side slip light is on, and I've encountered this situation several times. The most common cause is dirt or debris on the wheel speed sensor, which triggers the light when the sensor detects inaccuracies; another reason is insufficient tire pressure causing uneven wheel rotation speeds. In terms of handling, I usually first find a safe place to park and not rush to drive; try turning off the engine, wait a few seconds, and then restart to see if the light goes off; check the tire pressure, and if it's below the normal value, add some air; if the problem persists, clean the wheel speed sensor area, wiping the inner side of the wheel rim with a cloth; if the light remains on, it's best to go to a professional repair shop to check the system circuit. For daily maintenance, remember to clean after rain or driving on muddy roads to reduce the frequency of the light coming on. Safety first, as driving with the light on can easily cause side slips when turning or on slippery roads.
