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What do I do if my TCS light comes on?
if the traction control light comes on while you’re driving, but no other warning lights are illuminated, don’t panic. find a safe place to pull over, turn off your vehicle, and then restart it. if a fluke in the tcs system triggered the warning light, it should turn stay off when you restart the engine.
How do I reset my TCS light?
To reset the TCS light on the Honda Accord You will need to press down and hold the brake while turning off the car and then turning it back on. That said if the light comes back on then You have a problem with Your traction control system.
What does TCS mean on a Mazda CX 7?
The system guards against skidding by optimally controlling engine output and the braking force applied to each wheel through the combined control of the 4-wheel antilock braking system and the Traction Control System (TCS).
What does a constant TCS light mean on a car?
Constant TCS Light. A constant TCS Light, often together with the ABS Light means that there is a problem with the traction control system and there is a trouble code stored in the ABS control unit.
When does the TCS warning light come on?
Your vehicle has temporarily lost traction. The TCS warning light will pop on when the system detects a loss of traction, like in snowy or rainy weather. Typically the light is seen when the system intervenes to maintain traction. It may light up for a brief period and then go off, or it may flash while it is operating.
Why does the traction control light come on?
The traction control light can often be found together with the ABS Light. The TCS and ABS system are working together. When the TCS light is on, the function is shut off. TCS problems are often caused by a failed ABS sensor. Always repair your traction control system problems as fast as possible.
How does the traction control system ( TCS ) work?
The traction control system is working together with the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and the engine control system. It monitors the speed of all your tires and if one wheel is slipping and rotating at another speed than the rest of the tire, the TCS system will reduce the engine power or slow down…