What is the ABC fault in a car?
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ABC in a car indicates a fault in the Automatic Stability and Traction Control System. ABC stands for Active Body Control, which functions by actively controlling and adjusting the vehicle's height through a high-tech hydraulic system during acceleration, braking, or cornering to ensure driving safety. Common car faults include: brake failure, air conditioning malfunction, insufficient lubrication, vehicle spontaneous combustion, high transmission temperature, high engine temperature, and overheating coolant. The causes of car faults consist of external and internal factors. External causes are primarily triggered by environmental, human, and time-related factors, while internal causes are mainly due to physical, chemical, or mechanical changes. Common warning lights on the car dashboard include: engine fault light, oil pressure fault light, ABS fault light, anti-skid fault light, battery fault light, steering gear fault light, brake pad wear warning light, etc.
Don't ignore the sudden illumination of the ABC warning light while driving! I encountered this before - it indicated an issue with the vehicle's dynamic stability system. It could be caused by wheel speed sensors clogged with mud or inaccurate signals due to worn brake pads. I remember once during rainy weather when this warning suddenly popped up on the dashboard, frightening me into pulling over immediately. After restarting, the warning light went off, but I still took it to the repair shop for computer diagnostics the next day, which revealed a rusted connector on the left rear wheel sensor due to water seepage. Never ignore such system failures, especially when cornering in rainy conditions as it may cause skidding. Remember to thoroughly clean the inner sides of all four wheels during regular car washes to prevent such issues.
Speaking of the ABC malfunction in cars, my neighbor Old Wang had a bad experience with it. This usually refers to an abnormality in the vehicle stability control system, indicated by a yellow car icon with squiggly lines on the dashboard. Common causes include failed wheel speed sensors, moisture in the control module, or lost calibration of the steering angle sensor. Once, after a long drive, his warning light came on, and after much troubleshooting, it turned out to be a loose sensor connector. Such issues are difficult to handle on your own; it's recommended to use an OBD device to read the fault codes. If the ABS light also comes on simultaneously, slow down immediately, as the electronic stability function may fail during sharp turns.
