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2004 Scion xB Repair Question


Topics covered: Tire, Wheel.
Mileage: 138,000 miles.

Asked on November 25, 2011

2004 scion xb traction control problems. while driving on flat surface the the slippery road light comes on and the car looses power and pulls in one direction or the other.... just had camber/caster bolts replaced and tires and it started doing this righ

The car will***** as if letting one tire catch up and it looses power in doing so... the light comes on as soon as the car starts moving.
Avatar Asked by albert llamas

Answer

Replied on November 26, 2011

If the tires are spinning, the vehicle is designed to limit power to the wheels to prevent slipping. The light should come on to indicate the TC is engaged.

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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