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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 12:21 AM
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Traction control sensor diagnostic question

Sometimes. Not all the time. When I make a turn at speeds over 35 the Traction control light will blink like it would if you were on ice or water. But its happening in the dry. Is there a sensor going out that I should replace? Its weird because it isn't consistent at all.

Any advice is appreciated.
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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 07:28 AM
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"Steering angle sensor/Turn rate sensor/Acc. sensor", this sensors would cause that issue..?!?,,

prefer to diagnose the car before spending $$$$..!

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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 03:45 PM
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I have the same issue. It is very intermittent. I have not had the time to attempt to diagnose it.
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Old Jun 18, 2015 | 02:15 AM
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Have you tried turning the steering full lock left to right or right to left?
Any codes registered in the ECU?
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Old Jun 18, 2015 | 04:28 PM
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check tyres and wheel bearings
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Old Jun 22, 2015 | 03:01 AM
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I will do all of the above.

Now I am thinking about doing the 5 speed conversion. Talk me out of it
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