Slip Indicator Light Wont Turn Off
I asked part ofmy question earlier, and i need to add to it. After hitting the median yesterday, my slip indicator light came on and has remained on unsteady even after having the struts replaced as well as the strut mounts. When i press the button for the slip indicator I get an additional light on dash- its the BSW (Blind Side Warning) light on dash. And the car doesnt sound right when driving, like its in the wrong gear. The overdrive button is not pressed. Any suggestions?
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This is likely a result of hitting the median. There are wheel speed sensors on each of your wheels that monitor wheel speed. This is then relayed to the ECU which engages the slip indicator light and system. When this happens this will cause the incorrect messages to be relayed to the traction control system. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to diagnose and repair your car.
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The slip light will illuminate your car`s dashboard where there is an issue with the traction control system. The sensors are on the wheels of your car. The data is sent back to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). When the data is sent, the PCM will know if the vehicle is losing traction caused by a specific wheel.
Resetting Your Slip Indicator Light
Technically, your slip indicator light should reset itself, as should the system, once you shut off and restart the engine and/or you`re back on stable ground. In some vehicles, on the main console dashboard, a button labeled TRAC exists.
If the system indicates your tires may be slipping, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and/or Traction Control (TRAC) are operating in order to regain traction. If the light stays on, it could indicate a malfunction in the TRAC/VSC system itself.
The solid illumination of the slip indicator warning light signifies a malfunction in the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system. VDC is a version of “electronic stability control” and is a very useful safety feature.
Quickly depress the gas pedal three times. Next, fully engage your engine and let it run for a minute. If there is no underlying issue with your traction control system, the TCS and ABS lights should reset and disappear.
If the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light is illuminated on the dashboard, this is an indication that the stability control system is not engaged. The term Vehicle Dynamic Control is one that is used on Nissan vehicles, and shares the same function of a traction control system.
Turn Coordinators display the rate of turn and roll information, as well as quality and coordination of the turn. Turn & slip indicators only show rate of turn. Developed from the turn and bank indicator. This ball measures the relative strength of the force of gravity and the force of inertia caused by a turn.
Is it Safe to Drive with the TCS Light On? It is only safe to drive with the TCS light on if it appears when you are losing traction: it means the system is engaging. Driving without traction control can make your vehicle susceptible to spinning out and sliding around on the road.
Engaging cruise control when Slip Start or Off-Road Assist is on causes the feature to turn off and traction control to be re-enabled.
In modern vehicles, traction-control systems utilize the same wheel-speed sensors employed by the antilock braking system. These sensors measure differences in rotational speed to determine if the wheels that are receiving power have lost traction.
Press the odometer`s Trip and Reset buttons while turning the ignition key ON. After turning the key ON, release the odometer Reset and Trip buttons to check if the Diagnostic Trouble Code or DTC appears on the odometer display.
Shop Nissan Altima Engine Control Module (ECM).
In some vehicles it is located under the hood and/or is a part of the ABS control module. Other vehicles may have the traction control module located in the interior or trunk areas.
Electronic Stability Control Explained
It`s almost always located as close to the very center of the car as possible. If you were sitting in the driver`s seat, the yaw control sensor would be under your right elbow, somewhere between you and the passenger.
Like all automotive electrical systems, the dash lights have a fuse designed to go bad and disconnect the circuit when too much power is introduced to the system. This protects components on the circuit from damage. Sometimes, a fuse will go bad for no other reason other than it`s old.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control feature helps your car maintain proper traction when driving in adverse conditions. But when the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud, the VDC reduces engine output, and you may need to turn it off to get your vehicle out. In most Infiniti and Nissan vehicles, there is a VDC Off switch.
VDC: Putting the “dynamic” in vehicle dynamics
This advanced active safety system utilizes a network of sensors to monitor wheel speed, steering wheel position, yaw rate and lateral acceleration.
Nissan Altima Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system. The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion.
VDC takes traction control a step beyond the Traction Control System. It helps the driver keep the vehicle on its steered path in certain handling situations. VDC works in conjunction with ABS, Traction Control System, and 2-Wheel or 4-Wheel Active Brake Limited Slip (if applicable).
The ball`s movement is caused by the force of gravity and the aircraft`s centripetal acceleration. When the ball is centered in the middle of the tube, the aircraft is said to be in coordinated flight. If the ball is on the inside (wing down side) of a turn, the aircraft is slipping.
Turn and slip indicators feature a turn indicator in the center, followed by an inclinometer directly below. Pilots can monitor these parts to determine the turn rate and the skip or slid of the turn.
Stability control often cuts power and brakes wheels to move the car where a driver is pointing it — with limited success sometimes, but it`s better than fighting Mother Nature all by your lonesome. Traction control only limits wheel spin; stability control can maneuver a car.
Press the gas pedal 3 times in quick succession. Then, turn your engine on all the way and let it run for a minute. The TCS and ABS lights should reset and go away if there isn`t any underlying problem with your traction control system.
A failing wheel speed sensor will turn off your vehicle`s traction control, stability control, or any other driver assist feature. Sometimes, a damaged wire could also prevent the sensor from sending data to the control module.
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