What causes the ESP and ABS light to come on?

What causes the ESP and ABS light to come on?

The most common reason the ESP light illuminates is because of a faulty ABS sensor or ABS ring. It can also be caused by issues like a bad throttle body, brake pedal switch, or steering sensor. If it’s blinking while driving on a slippery surface, it’s working correctly. The ESP works together with the ABS.

Can I drive with ESP ABS light on?

If one of the ABS sensors in your vehicle is defective, the ABS symbol lights up. Driving on is also possible without the faulty sensor, but it means that the ABS is missing important data.

How do you reset the ESP light on an Audi a6?

Turn the car off and then turn the key in the “ON” position (the furthest position without turning the car on) for 2 minutes. Then start your car and drive it a couple miles. The ESP light may still be on but should go off during driving or after the next time you start your car and drive again.

How do you reset the ABS light on an Audi?

How to Diagnose and Reset Audi ABS Light

1. Park the Audi in a safe area.
2. Locate the OBD-2 port under the dashboard.
3. Plug the OBD-2 scanner into the OBD2 port of your Audi.
4. Turn on the ignition.
5. Turn on the scanner.
6. Select Audi from the menu.
7. Read codes from the ABS module.
8. Clear codes.

What is ESP in Audi a6?

ESP = Electronic Stabilization Program As stated in the Audi Glossary: The Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) increases vehicle control in situations where the vehicle is near its performance limits. It reduces the risk of skidding and helps to keep the vehicle on course.

How do I get rid of the ESP light?

The ESP system will start working and put the pressure on the wheel that losses traction. This will help to return the stability of the vehicle and keep the vehicle on the road. This action will turn your ESP BAS light on, but only for a moment. After it disengages it should turn off again and it should stay that way.

Does ABS light mean new brakes?

Fortunately, if the ABS warning light came on, and no other warning lights are present, the brakes will still work. Just like they would on a car without ABS. But the ABS will not function and will not prevent the wheels from locking up in an emergency or on a slippery road.