{"id":32608,"date":"2023-03-02T06:34:25","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T22:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/item\/abs-light-on"},"modified":"2025-03-13T11:42:00","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T03:42:00","slug":"abs-light-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/abs-light-on","title":{"rendered":"Is Your ABS Light On? Here’s What’s Causing It"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

ABS (anti-lock braking system) is one of the most important and ubiquitous <\/span>safety features<\/span><\/a> in modern vehicles. Almost all modern cars have it save for the most budget of models, making it almost as important as seatbelts. ABS typically kicks in during emergencies to ensure that the tires don\u2019t lock up while braking, preventing the car from skidding and getting into an accident. While most car owners would have no problems with their ABS, there\u2019s still a chance it can malfunction. And that is when the ABS warning light comes on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

So what could cause the ABS light to come on, and is it dangerous to keep driving with it on? Let\u2019s find out.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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What is ABS?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The anti-lock braking system or ABS is the system that prevents the driver from locking the car’s brakes and wheels, especially in emergency situations. If you apply excessive pressure on the brakes, such as in an emergency, it can cause the wheels and axles to stop rotating completely. With the wheels locked up and the car still moving at high speed, your vehicle could lose control and skid off the road or into oncoming traffic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When the driver presses the car’s brakes, ABS monitors the wheels\u2019 rotation to detect if they\u2019re going to slip. If it detects a slip, the system will pump the brakes at certain intervals to prevent the wheels from locking up, thus reducing the risk of the car skidding or sliding off the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Generally, ABS doesn\u2019t stop the car faster or display improved braking performance. Rather, it\u2019s an automatic system that helps us better control the braking in emergencies so we can still maneuver the car and avoid a collision.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Read More: <\/b>Malfunctions in Car Safety Features and How to Check Them Before It\u2019s Too Late!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Why is Your ABS Warning Light On?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The ABS warning light on the car dashboard usually indicates a problem with the ABS. However, other issues unrelated to the ABS can also cause the light to come on such as problems with related components or sensors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Non-functional ABS Module<\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Problems with the ABS module are among the most common things that cause the ABS light to come on. A corroded ABS module prevents the system from receiving information from the speed sensors on the car’s tires, ultimately causing the <\/span>warning light<\/span><\/a> to come on. Additionally, the ABS shares several important components with the vehicle’s traction control system (TCS) which functions to ensure all four wheels of the car rotate smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If the TCS detects a problem, such as irregular wheel rotation, it will cut off power from the engine until the traction returns to normal. Because both systems use the same control module and diagnostic system, damage to the TCS can affect the ABS as well. This means that any problem with the TCS can cause the ABS light to come on. Therefore, it\u2019s a good idea to also check the TCS in your car if the ABS light is on.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Read More: <\/b>A Guide to Car Warning Lights Part 2<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Symptoms of a Malfunctioning ABS Module:<\/span><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n