Intermittent ESP/ASR errors at start-up or during a drive. Citroen C3, 2010. Sparkplug thread/grooves are soiled by a sticky oily substance; what could be causing this and are these related?

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Hi, have a citroen Ds3 dsport...anti pollution fault, asr/esp, limp mode...need to get out of limp mode to accelerate to clear system... Need help as it's driving me nuts!!!!

the limp mode will not allow you to accelerate until you have fixed the problem and reset the ECM
Limp modes are not there to help ease you frustrations but to prevent costly repairs to the engine and transmission
fix it , reset it then you will have no need to go nuts

Aug 13, 2016 • Citroen Cars & Trucks

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Loss of power

Pull up the diagnostic error codes with the help of diagnostic computer and repair as necessary.
Both the ASR (Anti Slip Regulation) and ESP are concerned with the brake system. ESP is the latest one which includes in it ASR, BAS, ABS and ETS in a single control module. It uses steering angle sensor, Yaw rate sensor, acceleration sensor and all wheel sensors to decide which wheel to brake.
In short, delete the error codes and calibrate the sensors.

Feb 27, 2014 • 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

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Esp/asr warning light comes on now and again

Sounds like a faulty sensor have them checked by a garage

Jan 18, 2014 • 2010 Citroen DS3 THP

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Gear shift stays in park and abs esp and asr lights on

1) try to use the self diagnose.
2) place ignition swtuch in the start position, the lights coming on
3) engine starts, the brake light sould turn off inmediately. the ABS ligth will illuminate for aprox 6 seconds.
4) test drive the vehicle at speed above 20mph for a few minutes. during the test the both test lights should remain off, if any one of the warninign light utron, take note of the condition.
5) stop the vechicle using the braking pressure.both light should remain offf during the stopping procedure.
60 place the gear selector in to PARK, and observe the warning lights, they should both be off.
God bless you

Jul 09, 2012 • Cars & Trucks

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I have a red dash light lit. It is an exclamation in a trialngle with a counter clockwise circle around it. Can anyone tell me what it means? I drive an Audi A4 2005

ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.
For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.

ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

Sep 27, 2011 • 2005 Audi A4

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VW BEETLE , ASR LIGHT IS ON , AT SAME TIME THERE SEEMS TO BE A GROANING WHEEL BEARING NOISE AT LOW SPEED , COULD THIS BE CONNECTED ? WHAT IS ASR??

First of all replace bad wheel bearing !!! This bad wheel bearing causes ASR light ON.

ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.

For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.

ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

Jun 24, 2011 • 2001 Volkswagen Beetle

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1999 passat- a dashboard light came on. Yellow circle with triangle in middle with exclamation point in center. The engine almost cut off as I was driving when this light flashed on. What does this mean?

ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.

For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.

ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

Apr 14, 2011 • 1999 Volkswagen Passat

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On a 2001 beetle, What does the triangle light with explanation mark in it mean

ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.

For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.

ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

Apr 13, 2011 • 2001 Volkswagen Beetle

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I have a yellow triangle light that appears on the dash intermitanly on a 2000 volkswago passat. What could this be? Thanks Lisa

The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

ESP system includes ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.
For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.
ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.

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Feb 20, 2011 • 2005 Volkswagen Passat

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ASR light blinking

ASR - Acceleration Skid Control system.
When ASR warning light blinking the system is activated itself for car acceleration skid control.
For today's typical high-torque engines, traction control (ASR) can increase both comfort and safety, particularly when driving on slippery roads or surfaces offering differing levels of grip. Traction control permits smooth starting and acceleration through the full speed range without wheel-spin or fishtailing.

ASR only operates in conjunction with the electronic accelerator (E-gas) and uses components of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If one wheel suddenly begins to rotate faster than the others (slip), ASR intervenes in the engine management system and reduces power until the wheel stops spinning.
The ASR system represents a further contribution to active safety as it maintains vehicle traction and directional stability throughout the acceleration phase at any speed. In addition, it reduces tyre wear. Activation of the ASR system is indicated by a flashing indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
The ESP system means the Electronic Stability Program. If the ESP lights on the dashboard permanently the ESP system is faulty. You must access the ESP Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by ESP ECU, in other words reset the ESP system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

Please do rate my response. Thnaks!

Jan 25, 2011 • 2005 Volkswagen Passat

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Sounds like you have a leaking valve cover gasket which will need to be replaced. The gasket will continue to break down and leak more if not fixed.

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Usually repaired by replacing brake pedal switch.
Sticky fluid usually means plugs not properly torqued allowing oil to escape from around thread.

Answer 3 · 12/5/2008 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Dec 05, 2008

SOURCE: 2001 olds aurora wont start

the camshaft sencor is probly not lined up right

Marvin

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Posted on May 20, 2010

SOURCE: need a pictue of 1985 nissan 720 sparkplug wiring

here ya go.

Anonymous

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Posted on Nov 25, 2010

SOURCE: I have a 1995 Lexus LS400 with persistant P0302

try removing and cleaning the mass air flow meter as this controls the fuel delivery if problem persists replacing the distributor might be the solution the pick up plate inside could be bad.

Daniel Arellano

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Posted on Nov 28, 2011

SOURCE: sparkplug wiring for 1995 chevy suburban

Your engine rotates counterclockwise. In that case you install your wires counter clockwise on the distributor. The number 1 connector on the distributor cap is marked 1. You connect the number 1 wire which is the one in the left side. Then go counterclockwise connecting them in this order.
1, 8, 4, 3, 6, 5, 7, 2

Anonymous

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Posted on Dec 27, 2011

SOURCE: When I removed #4 sparkplug there is oil on

If oil is on the spark plug tip then it could be from worn valve stems or from worn piston rings. When you accelerate away from the traffic lights and the engine blows a lot of greyish smoke then this is a sign of worn parts.
If the oil is leaking into the spark plug hole, then it could be leaking from the tappet cover, either the tappet cover bolts are loose or the tappet cover gasket is faulty.

Answer 4 · 12/5/2008 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Dec 05, 2008

SOURCE: 2001 olds aurora wont start

the camshaft sencor is probly not lined up right

Answer 5 · 5/20/2010 12:00:00 AM

Marvin

85242 Answers
Posted on May 20, 2010

SOURCE: need a pictue of 1985 nissan 720 sparkplug wiring

here ya go.

Answer 6 · 11/25/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Nov 25, 2010

SOURCE: I have a 1995 Lexus LS400 with persistant P0302

try removing and cleaning the mass air flow meter as this controls the fuel delivery if problem persists replacing the distributor might be the solution the pick up plate inside could be bad.

Answer 7 · 11/28/2011 12:00:00 AM

Daniel Arellano

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Posted on Nov 28, 2011

SOURCE: sparkplug wiring for 1995 chevy suburban

Your engine rotates counterclockwise. In that case you install your wires counter clockwise on the distributor. The number 1 connector on the distributor cap is marked 1. You connect the number 1 wire which is the one in the left side. Then go counterclockwise connecting them in this order.
1, 8, 4, 3, 6, 5, 7, 2

Answer 8 · 12/27/2011 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Dec 27, 2011

SOURCE: When I removed #4 sparkplug there is oil on

If oil is on the spark plug tip then it could be from worn valve stems or from worn piston rings. When you accelerate away from the traffic lights and the engine blows a lot of greyish smoke then this is a sign of worn parts.
If the oil is leaking into the spark plug hole, then it could be leaking from the tappet cover, either the tappet cover bolts are loose or the tappet cover gasket is faulty.

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Hi, have a citroen Ds3 dsport...anti pollution fault, asr/esp, limp mode...need to get out of limp mode to accelerate to clear system... Need help as it's driving me nuts!!!!

Loss of power

Esp/asr warning light comes on now and again

Gear shift stays in park and abs esp and asr lights on

I have a red dash light lit. It is an exclamation in a trialngle with a counter clockwise circle around it. Can anyone tell me what it means? I drive an Audi A4 2005

VW BEETLE , ASR LIGHT IS ON , AT SAME TIME THERE SEEMS TO BE A GROANING WHEEL BEARING NOISE AT LOW SPEED , COULD THIS BE CONNECTED ? WHAT IS ASR??

1999 passat- a dashboard light came on. Yellow circle with triangle in middle with exclamation point in center. The engine almost cut off as I was driving when this light flashed on. What does this mean?

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