What does the engine light and VSA light mean?
My car has an automatic transmission. The vsa light means that the Vehicle Stability Control or Traction Control has been activated. If the engine light is on and the vsa light is on, then there could be an issue with the traction control system. Check all of the wheel speed sensors and make sure that the are plugged in and working.
What to do if your VSA light is on?
Check all of the wheel speed sensors and make sure that the are plugged in and working. Usually if a wheel speed sensor fails, the vsa and abs light will both be on. Also, check the abs controller and make sure that its not active and not plunging as you drive the vehicle.
When does the VSA and ABS light come on?
Usually if a wheel speed sensor fails, the vsa and abs light will both be on. Also, check the abs controller and make sure that its not active and not plunging as you drive the vehicle.
What to do if your check engine light is on?
Since the engine light is on, get a code scanner and check the computer to see what codes are stored so you will have a starting place for a diagnose procedure. If you need further assistance with your vsa light and check engine light being on, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
Why is the VSA and check engine light coming on?
When both the check engine light and the VSA light are illuminated it means that the computer has detected there may be a fault in the system. Have a technician diagnose why the Check Engine Light is on and pull the diagnostic codes from the cars computer in order to find out more about what is going on.
What does the VSA light mean on a Honda Accord?
Choose your car for a more accurate estimate. Hi there, VSA stands for Vehicle Stability Assist and is Honda’s computer system that helps ensure the tires have traction to help keep you on the road. When both the check engine light and the VSA light are illuminated it means that the computer has detected there may be a fault in the system.
Why is my Honda exclamation VSA light lit up?
If you have multiple lights lit up, it is not likely a VSA issue, but rather, the car just letting you know it shut off VSA temporarily until you fix the engine and clear the codes. Your Honda is watching your wheels go round and round and it is also recording the time each takes to rotate.
Why do the VSA and ABS lights stay on?
However, even after boosting the battery (we carry a portable booster just for such occasions) and getting the vehicle started, the ABS and VSA dash lights remain illuminated indicating a fault. In this instance, clearly the “fault” is some anomaly caused by the low battery voltage.
If you have multiple lights lit up, it is not likely a VSA issue, but rather, the car just letting you know it shut off VSA temporarily until you fix the engine and clear the codes. Your Honda is watching your wheels go round and round and it is also recording the time each takes to rotate.
What does VSA stand for on Honda check engine?
Thank Spencer. Hi there, VSA stands for Vehicle Stability Assist and is Honda’s computer system that helps ensure the tires have traction to help keep you on the road. When both the check engine light and the VSA light are illuminated it means that the computer has detected there may be a fault in the system.
How does the VSA system work in a Honda?
Like brake individual wheels, retard the engine power, and similar functions. These actions by the system can keep your car from skidding, from flipping over, and ultimately from crashing. The VSA system is also part of the traction control system and helps you get moving in slippery situations.