You need to have someone scan the computer for trouble codes. Most auto parts stores in the US will do this for free in hopes of selling you some parts. The traction control uses the engine to maintain the stability of the car, so you may or may not have a second problem with that system.
Testimonial: "the scan said that my right rear wheel speed sensor is faulty would this set that code 51 off? thanks for all the help so far but any more would be great thanks "
yeah taking it to get a scan tomorrow so i will post codes tomorrow and go from there thanks mate for the reply
It could. A code does not always mean a sensor is bad, just that the signal the computer is getting from it is not within normal range. The sensor could be faulty or the connection or the wiring back to the computer.
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check the computer known for going bad. auto computer exchange in Davie fL can fix it
SOURCE: 92 lexus ls 400 check engine and traction control light came on at the same time, 92 lexus ls 400.
the track off light will come everytime yhe check engine light comes on. this is normal. you need to have the check engine light checked first.you can go to your local parts house they will scan it for so you at least see what area you problem is in and then you can start from there. let me know lf you find out youe engine codes.
SOURCE: Check Engine light and traction control light stay
there is nothing to do here but have the dealer run a scanner test to see what trouble codes were set with the lights coming on, until then there is no way to tell what the problem might be as there are over 200 possibilities.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM
(a) Four-wheel drive control
Use the four-wheel drive control lever and center
differential lock button to select the following transfer and
center differential modes.
The "H" and "L" position of the four-wheel drive control lever
provides either lock or unlock mode of the center differential
depending on the center differential lock button position.
Use the center differential lock system if your wheels get stuck
in a ditch, or when you are driving on a slippery or bumpy
surface. When the center differential is locked, the vehicle
stability control system is automatically turned off and the
center differential lock and "VSC OFF" indicator lights come on
because the function that controls engine performance
As soon as the center differential lock switch is turned
on, the "VSC OFF" indicator light comes on. After the
wheels are out of the ditch or off the slippery or bumpy
surface, turn the center differential lock switch off.
Make sure the center differential lock indicator light and
vehicle stability control system off indicator light turn
off.
"H" (high speed position, center differential unlocked):
Lever at "H", center differential lock button left out
Use this for normal driving on all types of roads, from dry
hard-surfaced roads to wet, icy or snow-covered roads. This
position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and
better vehicle control.
"H" (high speed position, center differential locked): Lever
at "H", center differential lock button pushed in
Use this for greater traction when you experience a loss of
power, such as wheel slipping, in the center differential unlock
mode.
"N" (neutral position): Lever at "N"
No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be
stopped.
"L" (low speed position, center differential unlocked):
Lever at "L", center differential lock button left out
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for climbing
or descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in
sand or mud.
In this mode, the braking feeling that occurs when the wheels
are negotiating a sharp corner is further reduced than in the "L"
(low position, center differential locked) mode.
"L" (low speed position, center differential locked): Lever
at "L", center differential lock button pushed in
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for hard
pulling in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the "L"
(low speed position, center differential unlocked) mode. Also,
using this mode when driving down steep off-road inclines will
help contribute to increased vehicle stability.
https://secure.drivers.lexus.com/lexusdrivers/info/my-lexus/resources/submit-owners-manual-search.do
Please copy and paste the link above and it will take you to the lexus site. There you will find the owners manual and you can download whatever sections you need for free.
Hope this helps.
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hey just got a code from the traction control code 51 i think it flashs 5 fast flashs 1 slow and it says Problem in engine control system all help would be great
The traction code 51 is supposed to mean there is a problem with the engine computer so the tranction control is disabled. Once you fix the engine code or codes the traction code should go away.
the scan said that my right rear wheel speed sensor is faulty would this set that code 51 off thanks for all the help
cool mate i will check that thanks for the help
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