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Questions tagged [esp-esc]

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Read steering angle data in real time

I need to read vehicle steering angle (front wheel angle) data in real time for a research project that I am involved in. How can I achieve that? What HW and SW do I need for it? So far I can think of 2 ways of doing it: Option #1 Custom measurement…
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How does brake-by-wire exactly work?

I am interested in getting to know how brake-by-wire system works in today's cars. This video shows that the Electronic stability control/program (ESC/ESP) intervenes by braking individual wheels. So I assume a car with ESC is able to brake-by-wire…
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ESP warning light on

Audi A3 8PA 2005my 1.9tdi Esp warning light is on and diagnosis with VCDS shows fault :- 00493-ESP-Sensor unit (G419): No signal/Communication No other warning lights are showing. I have tried replacing the sensor unit with a refurbished one (10…
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Mercedes B200 ABS+ESP+Tire Pressure lights after simple repair

Description of the issue at hand I just took my car to a mechanic (non-Mercedes specialist) that replaced both front wheel bearings. Other than that, no other repair was made. Other than the bearings making noise, the car was driving fine. Brakes…
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How does cruise control operate brakes when slowing significantly?

My 2011 Audi A4 B8 has cruise control and although not adaptive, it does engage the brakes if I set a cruising speed well below my current speed or if the car picks up speed during descents. The car has ABS, ESP and I think also EBD. As far as I…
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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee - ESC light stays on

The Electronic Stability Control light is staying on in my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I took it to a dealership and they said they fixed it by flashing some modules though it's still on. I'd take it back but they broke part of the bumper,…
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Can steering wheel angle/torque sensor fit to a car that had it optional?

I need to read steering angle from a car for research purposes. My question is - can I fit a steering wheel angle/torque sensor to a particular car that itself has no ESP/ESC (Electronic Stability Program/Control) built in but where ESP was sold as…
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ABS/ESC units used for Active City Stop (Ford)

Does anyone know what ABS/ESC Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) exactly are being used in Ford cars that feature the Active City Stop? The City Stop needs to be able to initiate brakes electronically and I suspect there may be other pump units used than…
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ESP error after installing a rearview camera

I'm really not a mechanics specialist (I've only trained as an electrician so I have the basics about electric things), so I hope my question won't sound too "weird". So, I tried to install a wired rearview camera on a Peugeot 206 car. I first…
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Kia Sorento 2008 CRDi ESP Off Light

I've recently bought this car, it was fine for a couple of days and suddenly the ESP Off light showed up and it won't turn on when pressing the ESP button. you have to turn off the ignition and then start again. Searching online many people have had…
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Only VSC light is ON without the TRAC OFF light after replacing clockspring, what is missing?

Had to replace the airbag and clockspring on a 2014-16 model year corolla due to a minor parking lot hit. This car has all the bells and whistles in it along with steering wheel controls. The VSC and TPMS lights were on after the repair. Took it to…
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ABS noise and pulsation in brake pedal while braking

My Nissan X-trail T30 ABS actuator make noise and pulsation in brake pedal while braking gently under 30-40km/h speed. No fault code, no ABS or engine light. If i take out the ABS fuse, no noise and brake work fine. Question are 1- If a ABS sensor…
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Why does the stability control light blink when ABS is doing its job?

I have noticed the stability control light blinking on my car at two different situations. One situation is when steering on an icy road. In this case, I do not hear the sound from the ABS. In fact, the only way I could know that I'm driving near…
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