What does it mean when the ABS indicator light on the dashboard is on?

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The ABS indicator light on the dashboard indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's Anti-lock Braking System. The ABS system is designed to enhance braking effectiveness, reduce braking time and distance, prevent skidding, and ensure driving stability by maintaining optimal tire traction with the road surface. The ABS light may illuminate due to a fault in one of the vehicle's tires or a malfunction in the wheel speed sensor. Under normal driving conditions, the ABS system remains inactive, and the corresponding ABS warning light on the dashboard stays off. However, during emergency situations, such as sudden braking at high speeds, the vehicle's computer detects the need for ABS intervention. The ABS system then automatically activates to assist in managing the emergency braking scenario, during which the ABS warning light on the dashboard will illuminate.