Why did my traction control and check engine light come on?
VSC means Vehicle Stability Control. Also, traction control or Trac Off light may come on as well. It simply means that the system is disabled and will not work until the check engine light problem is fixed. The downside of having VSC Off or Trac Off is that your vehicle may skid under extreme driving conditions.
Why is my check engine light flashing and car shaking?
In general, if the check engine light is flashing and the car is shaking then there is a problem with one or more engine components. The problem could lie with the fuel supply, or a faulty ignition coil, bad spark plugs, or a bad engine sensor.
What does it mean when the VSC light is flashing?
When the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light starts blinking (as opposed to staying steadily illuminated), this means that a catalytic converter-damaging condition is occurring. Usually you will be able to feel a noticeable difference in the way your vehicle is running.
Can you drive with traction control light on?
It is only safe to drive with the TCS light on if it appears when you are losing traction: it means the system is engaging. Driving without traction control can make your vehicle susceptible to spinning out and sliding around on the road. Driving with your TCS Light on can be dangerous.
How do I fix my check engine VSC TRAC off warning lights?
VSC Light Easy Fix
- Make sure you are completely stopped. Put the car in park if you can.
- Press and hold the VSC button for a few seconds.
- The TRAC OFF and VSC OFF indicator light will come on. Both systems are now off.
- Press the VSC button again. Both lights will turn off and the systems are now reengaged.
Can bad spark plugs cause flashing engine light?
Worn spark plugs or spark plug wires can trigger your check engine light to come on. This can cause your engine to misfire and your check engine light to pop on. A flashing engine light could mean that potentially catastrophic misfires are taking place, say our technicians.
How do you fix a blinking engine light?
If the check engine light indicator is a steady light, you should schedule an appointment with your mechanic to get your car diagnosed and repaired. If the check engine light is flashing, then the matter is likely urgent; consider getting a tow to your trusted mechanic.
What are the signs of a bad traction control module?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Traction Control Module
- Traction Control System Warning Indicator Light is on.
- Traction Control System (TCS) won’t turn off/on.
- Loss of Traction Control System (TCS) features.
- Loss of Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) features.
Is the Check Engine light on in my Subaru Outback?
Just replaced the motor in my 2006 outback and the check engine light along with the cruise ( flashing) light is on.
Is the brake light blinking ON MY 2012 Outback?
My 2012 Outback 2.5i Premium had the CEL, CC flashing, brake light blinking, etc. with only 316 miles on the odometer. It occured on a Saturday afternoon during its first road trip. After pulling off onto the shoulder, I checked the fluid levels and the gas cap. My wife also checked the gas cap and then I checked it again.
Is there a cruise control or traction control light?
I have a 2008 Outback. My check engine light just came on yesterday, and along with it, the traction control light is light solid and the cruise control light is flashing. Neither the cruise control nor traction control will engage when I press the buttons.
Why does my check engine light and cruise control come on at once?
I was driving on the highway, and seemingly randomly, the check engine light, traction control light, and flashing cruise control light all came on at once. Apart from no longer being able to use cruise control (which I hadn’t been), I couldn’t notice any other symptoms with regards to performance.