What causes the ABS system to engage?
Anything that will cause a wheel to stop turning during braking will cause the ABS system to engage. Hitting a bump, crossing railroad tracks, or traversing any slick surface while braking can cause a wheel to stop turning and the ABS to engage.
Can I drive with the ABS light on?
It’s Safe To Drive Carefully With The ABS Light On. You can still drive the car with your ABS light on, because it does not impact normal braking. However, we wouldn’t recommend you do this because your ABS system helps to control stopping, and it can be dangerous to be driving without it.
How does the ABS light let the driver know the ABS is working?
When the anti-lock braking system has been activated, you will see the ABS warning light, usually located on the dashboard, flash briefly. This warning light is letting you know the system has engaged and is working. Some drivers say the ABS system makes groaning, scraping or even grinding noises when activated.
When does the ABS light come on in a Toyota Highlander?
When driving down highway and needing to suddenly brake, abs light and check vsc system lights came on, the car did brake in time. However, soon afterwards the brakes did not immediately engage when reversing out of parking space or anytime when pressing brakes while reversing.
Are there any problems with the Toyota Highlander?
See all problems of the 2011 Toyota Highlander . Braking became erratic. Pedal was squishy and abs lights came on. This occurred over several months but on an intermittent basis. Lights would go off for a while then come back on. See all problems of the 2008 Toyota Highlander .
What are the brake warning lights on a Toyota Highlander?
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Highlander. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brake and abs warning lights illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and shut the engine off. The vehicle was able to be restarted but would not shift out of park.
Can a brake switch be replaced on a Toyota Highlander?
The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the brake switch would have to be replaced. After the brake switch was replaced, the technician advised that the failure continued and would have to diagnosed a second time. The vehicle was not repaired.