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My car is saying service ESC

Its saying service ESC, Service Traction, and reduced engine power. i put a headunit in and was messing with the fuses and it started doing this. what did i do??

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I had a malibu 09 with this issue. Tgey replaced the computer module and everything dissappeares

  • Tupac K Mar 05, 2019

    You replaced the computer module? and how much did it cost?

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That light means that the computer control module has detected a fault in the Electronic stability control system and it turned on the light to alert you. Right now the system is turned off for your safety. You now need the system scanned for the fault code that is set in the control modules memory.

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    myrna Jan 12, 2014

    in english please i know nothing about cars i wen to turn my car on and i wouldnt and it said service esc traction air bag what does that mean what will it cost i have a 2009 chevi malibu

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  • Posted on Nov 22, 2010

SOURCE: Chevy HHR 2008 LT 2.4. Message ESC OFF, SERVICE

Hello and welcome. the engine reduce power waraning is the key to the other problems. this is normally a problem with the electronic throttle system. the engine control module disables the traction control system when it detects a engine problem, in your case a problem with the electronic throttle system. you shouldnt drive with this concern. this is normally covered under the vehicles 100,000 mile warranty. you need to conteact your nearest dealer for help

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 27, 2010

SOURCE: engine power is reduced keeps showing on the dash

how do you fix the "reduced engine power" light on the dash bard of a 07 Chevy Impala LTZ and "Service Traction Control"?

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  • Posted on Mar 08, 2010

SOURCE: my service traction control light keeps on going

I have a 2006 checy impala and the TCS ( TRACTION CONTROL SERVICE) liught came on..What does this mean?

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  • Posted on Jul 30, 2011

SOURCE: Service Throttle Control

my 2007 chevy impala check engine light is on sayin reduced engine power but mine wont start whats tha problem

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  • Posted on Feb 27, 2010

SOURCE: The "engine power is reduced" light comes on

po455 is Probable Cause[s]

1. Defective, loose or missing fuel cap
2. EVAP canister broke, hose cracked or not connected
3. Purge or vent solenoid defective
4 . Vacuum leak at engine po121 code po121 means Throttle Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Range/Performance Problem . it is usually indicative of a faulty throttle position sensor or faulty wiring harness in the engine bay.

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