Why is my ABS brake and battery light on?
It sounds like you may have a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. When the battery is very weak, this may inadvertently cause other warning lights to come on, such as the ABS light as a result of low battery voltage.
Can low battery cause ABS light to come on?
Problem Description A weak battery can cause the ABS light to turn on. A brake light that is not working or has burned out can also cause the ABS light to illuminate. Oddly, the ABS would still work and after restarting car the light would turn off again.
What does it mean if your battery light and emergency brake light come on while driving?
The battery light will come on when the event that the battery is no longer being charged. The ‘E’ brake (parking brake) light comes on when the fluid is low in the master cylinder or there is a pressure difference in the brake system. Have the alternator checked and see if the battery cables are tight.
What does the ABS light mean on a Subaru?
anti-lock braking system
What Does The ABS Warning Light Mean? This warning light is telling you that there’s a problem with the anti-lock braking system. While you may not notice any difference when using the brake pedal like normal, the brakes may not be as safe if you must stop suddenly in an emergency.
How you know if your alternator is going bad?
Alternator at Fault: If the vehicle stops running, then you probably have a bad alternator. You can also examine your interior and dashboard lights. If you notice the lights emerge brightly but slowly begins to dim with time, then you have a bad alternator on your hands.
What does the brake warning light on a Subaru Outback mean?
Description: Depending on your model of Outback, this red warning light may be displayed as the circle with an exclamation point or as ‘BRAKE’ text. If the brake warning light stays on after the engine has started and the electronic parking brake has been released, switch off the engine and restart it.
When does the parking brake warning light go out?
Name: Subaru Outback electronic parking brake warning light. Description: Under normal operating conditions, the electronic parking brake warning light illuminates when the parking brake is applied and with the ignition set to the ‘on’ position and goes out when the parking brake is released.
Why does the ABS warning light come on while driving?
▷ The ABS warning light stays on even after starting the vehicle. ▷ The ABS warning light comes on while driving. The Subaru Outback ABS light on usually relates to a faulty sensor on one of the wheels, the ABS module or a blown fuse. It’s recommended to have diagnostic equipment hooked up to locate the faulty sensor location.
What to do if your Subaru Outback is having trouble stopping?
If your Outback is having trouble stopping, or noticeably leaking fluid, don’t drive it. Just have it towed to a mechanic. If you mess up fixing your engine, the vehicle does not move. If you mess up fixing the brakes, it doesn’t stop.