How do I fix the ESP BAS light on my Jeep Commander?
The steering angle sensor is one of, if not the most, common causes of the ESP BAS light to come on. As mentioned above, make sure to turn the steering wheel twice to the right, twice to the left, and finally back to the center. This resets the steering angle sensor in your Commander.
What is ESP on Jeep Commander?
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) enhances directional control and reduces driving wheel spin of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP corrects for over/understeering of the vehicle by applying brakes to the appropriate wheel. Engine torque is also limited.
What does the ESP Bas light mean on a Jeep Commander?
The ESP BAS light is letting you know that vital safety equipment in your Commander is not working. Before doing anything else, make sure to cut the wheel all the way right twice, left twice, and then to the center. This can recalibrate the steering system (see video above).
What to do if your ESP Bas light is not working?
Here are the most common symptoms of the ESP BAS system not functioning properly in the Commander. Just like with any other major vehicle problem, you’re going to want to get a reading of your Commander’s diagnostic trouble codes. You can use a good code scanner, or you can take it to the local parts store and see if they will scan it for you.
What does the ESP light on the dashboard mean?
ESP Stands for Electronic Stability Programme and is made by Volkswagen. When you are driving through slippery surfaces the ESP light will turn on and flash on your dashboard when it’s working.
How to reset steering angle sensor in Jeep Commander?
As mentioned above, make sure to turn the steering wheel twice to the right, twice to the left, and finally back to the center. This resets the steering angle sensor in your Commander. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
The ESP BAS light is letting you know that vital safety equipment in your Commander is not working. Before doing anything else, make sure to cut the wheel all the way right twice, left twice, and then to the center. This can recalibrate the steering system (see video above).
Is the ESP Bas light coming on or off?
The ESP BAS light is coming on along with the traction control light (swirvy road indicator). By the time she gets home from her 10 minute drive home, it’s shut itself off, so I never get to see it. It runs fine, and she drives like an 80 year old woman. No codes either. I HATE taking it to the dealer…any way for me to diagnose?
As mentioned above, make sure to turn the steering wheel twice to the right, twice to the left, and finally back to the center. This resets the steering angle sensor in your Commander. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.