What is the reason for the simultaneous illumination of the ABS and anti-skid lights on the Roewe RX5?
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Roewe RX5 ABS and anti-skid lights simultaneously illuminated indicate an anti-lock braking system alarm. More information about ABS is as follows: 1. The ABS light briefly illuminates for a few seconds when starting the vehicle: The light turns on when the ignition switch is turned on or the engine is started, as the system enters an automatic detection process. The light will turn off after the detection is completed. 2. ABS activates when the brake is quickly pressed to the bottom: When emergency braking is applied in critical situations, the tires are prone to locking up. The anti-lock braking system can improve the safety factor of emergency braking while driving. 3. The ABS system fault light remains on: If the vehicle can still rely on the conventional braking system for braking while driving, and only the ABS warning light is on, it indicates a fault in the ABS system. Professional personnel should be consulted as soon as possible to use a diagnostic tool for inspection and determine whether the issue lies with the gear ring, sensor, wiring, etc.
Last time I was driving my Roewe RX5 on a long trip when the ABS light and traction control light suddenly both came on. This is no minor issue—it's most likely a wheel speed sensor problem. The sensors mounted on the wheels are most prone to getting muddy or damaged by road debris, causing inaccurate signal transmission that triggers system errors. Another possibility is a malfunction in the ABS pump's control module due to voltage fluctuations or software glitches. Loose wiring connections could also be the culprit, especially prone to short circuits in rainy conditions. Never ignore this—immediately pull over safely, power cycle the vehicle, and restart. If the lights remain on, head straight to a repair shop to check the trouble codes. Driving with failed ABS is extremely dangerous as wheels may lock up during emergency braking.
