What does it mean when the VC light on the car is yellow?
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When the VC light on a car illuminates, it indicates that the vehicle's electronic traction control system is active, which is the anti-skid system. There is an anti-skid system deactivation button in the car; pressing it will turn off the warning light. Here is additional information: 1. The VC light represents the traction control system. When the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) detects that some wheels are slipping, it applies braking to those wheels to prevent loss of traction on the slipping wheels, stopping the wheels from slipping and allowing the vehicle to regain normal direction and continue along its intended path. This is the function of the traction control system, which enhances the vehicle's passability. 2. Modern vehicle dashboards are equipped with various indicator or warning lights beneath the panel, such as the coolant level warning light, fuel level indicator, washer fluid level indicator, charging indicator, high/low beam indicator, transmission gear indicator, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) indicator, traction control indicator, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbag warning light, and more.
I drive quite often, and when the VC light on the car turns yellow, it usually means there's an issue with the vehicle's stability control system. Commonly referred to as VSC or a similar system, a yellow light indicates it's temporarily disabled or malfunctioning, unable to prevent skidding or rollovers effectively. Possible causes include dirty sensors, loose wiring, or aging control modules, which are more likely to trigger in rainy conditions or during sharp turns. Don't panic—prioritize safe driving and avoid sudden braking at high speeds. The next time you park, check the manual or use a smartphone to read the fault codes. In most cases, you'll need to visit a repair shop to inspect the connectors and run a computer scan. While this isn't an emergency, don't delay—prolonged neglect can compromise handling safety and may trigger other warning lights. I recommend cleaning sensor dust during regular maintenance as a preventive measure.
