VDC, Slip, & ABS Lights

Quit guessing and have ABS codes read. Symptoms would be indicative of a bad wheel sensor which often fail with hub/CV failures.

NO, its NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. Your car may loose power in the middle of the intersection and then what? VDC and Slip light may be related to ABS system, please have it check.

Its possible you just tripped a code. Take a OBDII scanner and scan for codes. Its possible that if you erase the codes, they wont come back and all will be well. Write down the codes in case and if it comes back look in to them. Maybe abs sensor.

See if the following information helpful:
1. Keep an eye on the dashboard for the indicators marked "SLIP" and "VDC Off" which will tell you the status of the computerized handling system if handling isn't normal. "SLIP" will blink when VDC is operating. "VDC OFF" means the system is off. Turn the VDC system back on if the Nissan's handling is poor by pressing the "VDC Off" button until the light goes out.

2. Adjust your driving if "SLIP" comes on. "SLIP" means the road conditions may be slippery. The VDC aids in steering and stopping, but be careful, even if VDC is engaged.

3. Remove any aftermarket suspension parts like enhanced shock absorbers if the "VDC Off" light comes on and handling is bad. The VDC system is geared for stock equipment and tires only. Use winter tires or snow chains on snow-covered roads. VDC won't substitute for the correct winter equipment.

4. Don't drive on very inclined corners with high banks and leave the VDC switch on if the handling is poor with VDC on. The system can't operate properly in that environment. Disengage VDC, or avoid those kinds of roads.

I think a trip to the nissan dealer may be needed. The Slip and VDC sytem is tied into the anti-lock brake system. Could be as simple as a vacuum leak or a bad check valve at the brake booster, or the ABS system could be malfunctioning.

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Hi there,

You should first of all check the fuse for the abs under the hood. If that is ok, then get ready to fork out a couple of thousand dollars to fix it. It is probably the abs actuator, due to a speed sensor malfunction. Both will need to be replaced. Don't bother calling Nissan, they will not help with this issue.

check the cable which leads from the tranny to the dash, most of the time the cable or sensor went bad

VDC/ OFF light is still ON only ? or also SLIP + VDC/OFF ?

if VDC/OFF only u must check ur brake fluid status if both VDC and SLIP u still have problems with ur ABS module and steering wheel

have the alternator replaced and when you do this also replace the drive belt

was toll before disconnect the battery for five seconds and it will clear all the lights codes