What causes a bad traction control light on a Chevy Equinox?
EGR Valve- A bad EGR valve can cause a failure in the traction control system. This is the most common point of failure for the Equinox, other than the wheel speed sensors. This Youtube video describes everything about what you’d need to do to diagnose and fix a traction control light on an Equinox.
What are the ABS lights on a 2011 Chevy Equinox?
2011 chevy equinox service stabilitrak system and ABS lig… 2011 chevy equinox service stabilitrak system and ABS light came on at the same time. Vehicle seems to be running fine. Are those lights an indication of another problem or there is something wrong with those two systems? My car has 60000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.
Can a Chevy Equinox drive without traction control?
While you can operate your Chevy Equinox with no traction control or ABS, you should really get it to a mechanic as soon as you can. Traction control and ABS save lives. They could save yours. Vehicle stability systems have been around for so long now that many people have never driven without them.
What kind of system does the Chevy Equinox have?
2011 chevy equinox service stabilitrak system and ABS lig… 2011 chevy equinox service stabilitrak system and ABS light came on at the same time. Vehicle seems to be running fine.
Why is my traction control not working on my equinox?
Traction Control Not Working – Your Equinox’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction. Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning.
What does StabiliTrak do on a Chevy Equinox?
StabiliTrak is designed to help prevent accidents by giving you better control of your Equinox. If you have a service StabiliTrak warning, your Equinox will no longer be assisted when a loss in lateral traction is detected. StabiliTrak is a GM specific vehicle stability system.
When does the traction control light come on?
If there is a problem with the traction control system that hinders its ability to work effectively, the traction control light will remain illuminated indefinitely. If the traction control light does come on, it will usually do so while you’re accelerating.
When does traction control turn off Service StabiliTrak?
The “Service Stabilitrak” light will usually appear first and then the car will turn traction control off. Once traction control is turned off, the transmission beings to shift very hard and rough.