What is ASR Malfunction?

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KarterDella
07/25/25 4:11pm
ARS is a malfunction in the Snow Slip Control System. Here is an introduction to ASR: 1. Introduction: ASR is a fault code for the Snow Slip Control System, also known as the Drive Slip Regulation system. It belongs to the active safety devices of a car and is also referred to as the Traction Control System. It is particularly designed to prevent wheel slip during the starting and acceleration of high-power vehicles, maintaining the stability of the vehicle's direction of travel. 2. Alarm reasons: Insufficient tire pressure or air leakage in the tire, which is a relatively common cause of the ASR warning light turning on. Drivers need to check whether the tire is leaking or under-inflated.
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LaWalker
08/11/25 9:42pm
Oh dear, I also encountered an ASR malfunction issue last month, which was quite a scare. ASR stands for the traction control system, which is somewhat like a computer helping you apply the brakes to prevent the car from skidding on slippery roads. When it malfunctions, the ASR indicator light on the dashboard stays on, and the car tends to skid or shake violently during acceleration, making driving feel unsafe. Common causes include dirty or faulty wheel speed sensors, software bugs in the control unit, or poor wiring connections, which can be particularly troublesome during rainy or snowy weather. Never ignore it—safety first! I recommend using an OBD scanner to read the fault codes as soon as possible. If you're not sure how, head straight to a 4S shop for inspection and repair. Don't push your luck by continuing to drive, as it could lead to accidents. The mechanic mentioned that regularly cleaning the sensors can prevent a lot of trouble.
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