Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Abs/EDL/ASR/Esp, North AMERICA, From 09.10
Indicator lamps for vehicles, USA and Canada
| Item | Designation | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- | |
| 2 | ESC indicator lamp -- | |
| 3 | ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- | Β |
| 4 | Indicator lamp for ESC Off -- | |
ABS Indicator Lamp -K47-
- If ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- -3- does not go out after the ignition is switched on and the test sequence is complete, it could be caused by the following errors:
-a- Voltage supply is under 10 volts.
-b- There is an ABS malfunction, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The anti-locking brake system remains switched off with an ABS malfunction, but the brake system remains fully operational.
-c- there was a malfunction in the speed sensor since the last time the vehicle was started.
In this case the ABS indicator lamp will go out after the engine is restarted and the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h.
-d- Connection from instrument cluster to ABS Control Module -J104- has an open circuit, refer to appropriate System Wiring Diagram Information.
-e- the instrument cluster is faulty.
- If the ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- -3- does not light up during the self-test, check the instrument cluster β perform an electrical test, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- -3- and Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- -1-
- If ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- -3- goes out but Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- -1- lights up, the malfunctions causes may be:
-a- parking brake is engaged.
-b- brake fluid level is too low (warning lamp blinks).
Three warning tones will sound after switching on the ignition.
-c- There is a malfunction in the wiring to the Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- -1-, refer to the Wiring Diagrams.
- If the Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- -1- does not light up during the self-test, check the instrument cluster β perform an electrical test, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- If the ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- -3- and the Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- -1- both light up, the ABS system is faulty. A change in braking behavior should be checked.
After ABS Indicator Lamp -K47- and Brake System Indicator Lamp -K118- light up, rear wheels may lock prematurely when braking.
ESC Indicator lamp -- -2-
- If the ESC Indicator lamp -- -2- does not go out after the ignition is switched on and the test sequence is complete, malfunction causes may be:
Fault, that affects the ASR/ESP The ABS/EDL and EBD systems on the vehicle remain fully functional, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester Checking of event memory.
-a- A malfunction in the actuation of ESC Indicator lamp -- -2-, refer to the Wiring Diagrams.
If the ESC Indicator lamp -- -2- blinks while driving, the ASR or ESP systems are controlling the system.
- If the Traction Control Indicator Lamp -K86- -2- does not light up during the self-test, check the instrument cluster β test electrical, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
ESC Indicator Lamp -- -4-
- If the ESC Indicator lamp -- -4- does not go out after the ignition is switched on and the test sequence is complete, the causes may be:
ASR malfunction. The ABS still works, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester Check the event memory.
-a- A malfunction in the actuation of ESC Indicator Lamp --, refer to the Wiring Diagrams.
-b- There is a malfunction in the actuation, refer to the Wiring Diagrams and the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- If the ESC Indicator Lamp -- -4- does not light up during the self-test, check the instrument cluster β test electrical, refer to the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.