That should only happen if you are spinning a tire or an ABS sensor has gone out. What happens is the engine is powered down to help stop the spin. That is why there is little power. If it is happening when the vehicle isn't spinning, chances are you have a bad wheel sensor. Here are two guides to help fix the problem.

https://youtu.be/rTtAnsOlZU4

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-wheel-speed-sensor-test

Please run down these guides and report back.

Thanks for this post I had this problem and had to replace the front bearing hub cost me $134.00 FYI

When i start my car in the morning, my message center comes on and says "service traction system" and my abs and trac light turn on. Then after driving i turn off the car and turn it back on and it wont come on. It only comes on sometimes. I had a mechanic check it out and says nothing is wrong with the car. I am getting ready to sell the car. Can i fix this easy? where is the fuse located for the message center?
thanks

Have car scanned with ABS scanner, it may be as simple as a wheel sensor. ABS codes are "C" chassis codes.

my service traction system light comes on then my abs and trac off light, what could be the problem and then there was a whistly air sound coming from my passenger side today

Hi:
The two systems work together. Have the computer scanned for codes. Most nationally recognized parts stores will do it for free.

Let me know what you find.

Joe

I just got my Air conditioning system replaced. After we got into the car and started driving, we noticed the ABS and TRAC OFF lights were on. They were not on prior to getting the A/C repaired. I have already had the hubs replaced within the last year and I am just hoping that maybe there is a wiring harness of something that maybe they had to disconnect and forgot to reconnect when they replaced the A/C. The gasket on the compressor was shot and they replaced that and 2 other components that require replacement when "cracking open" the system.

Thanks for any help you can give.

If you could get some abs code's i could help get you in the right direction.

We took it in this morning and after about 2 hours they rescheduled us because they couldn't get any codes to show. The comp and the reader were not working together.

Well let me know when they get those code's.

My Impala has the low traction feature and lately it has been engaging at inappropriate times (not icy or wet, etc). There was a message the light that stated SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM. So I took it into the shop and they said it could be a sensor in the ABS or they were not sure. I made an appointment, took it in and of course it would not do what it was doing prior to taking it in for repair. As soon as I left the car started doing it again. The low traction kicks in all the time when I am braking. Could this be something with my tires needing replaced? Brakes? And if it is something in the traction system, is this an expensive fix? I use my car for my work and so it is important to have it working properly as soon as possible but not sure what needs fixed.

do you know if they checked for trouble code. next time it does it do not turn it off and go to that shop right away that way the code stays in the system and then they can scan the vehicle for you

Our low traction light comes on when the car is cold and when we back up and put the car into drive and start to move forward. What ciould the problem be?

you may have a bad speed sensor or a bad ABS ring on one of the axles.
You would have to retrieve the codes from the ABS module to really see what the issue is.

My car will jerk and shut off while going down the road. Before it had an error code for the 02 sensor and I replaced all of them as well as the fuel pump, spark plugs, wires, cat converter, fuel filters, etc etc etc etc. Now there is no check engine light on but it will still shut down the car and will show the 'service traction system' light on as well as shut off the traction system completely. I can restart it almost immediately and the light will go off for a while but then will do it again. Ive taken it several places and have also had diagnostics done on it in the shop AND on the road. No one can tell me whats wrong!! Im very frustrated with this. PLEASE HELP ME!!

can you explain exactly what the car does? jerk and shut off? does it do this only when coming to a complete stop? do you know the code for the traction problem?

I would suspect crank position sensor
have it checked if not changed yet
as for traction control u need a scanner

I have replaced just about everything to do with the fuel system except the injectors. As of now, there is no check engine light on but when I drive it, usually at highway speeds, it will all of the sudden cut out, jump forward and lose power and starts slowing down and when I try to keep on the gas, the car will shut down and a message will come up that says 'service traction system' and will shut off the car and the traction system automatically. But even with the traction system off, the car will still do the same thing. But no there is no code that comes up for the traction system problem which leads me to believe its something else. Please help me out guys!

The traction and asb light comes on when turning hard left or right ans sometimes just taking off straight. When turning right or left you here like a metal to metal sound. Just had all 4 wheel brakes about 10,000 miles ago.

Sounds like the front hub bearings are bad. take it back to the shop that did the brakes and have them look at it.

A service traction system warning has appeared and i also have a jumping or jerking feeling while driving, what could that mean and how much should i be looking to spend to have it repaired?

u need the help of a scan tool
scan system for codes that should help pin point the troubled area
other then that its a guessing game


about 50 to $85 to scan the system

2003 Buick LeSabre.-traction lost light comes on. What does this mean?

If your traction control system and antilock brakes are working properly,this light simply means that your front tires have lost contact with the road.(spinning tires) icy roads or bald tires are normal causes for this condition.

My Impala yesterday started making a popping noise in the speakers when you would use the power windows. then today when you would crank up the car and release the emergency brake it would make a real loud popping noise through the car speakers. and I have too resett the clock three times on the radio when it does all of this. also one time today when I crank it up the abs light and the trac off light came on and stayed on..and also the light on the information center was on and said check traction control...and it stayed on untill i cut the car off ..and when i cranked it up again it didnt come back on.I have also checked the connections on the battery...and also the battery is good..i just put a new one in about three months ago

I would start with ground cables. Follow the negative battery cable to the transmission. On one of the transmiision bellhousing bolt there should be a couple of black wires. This is your main ground, check and see if it is tight. You may want to put a wrench on it to check.

The above light has come on for no apparent reason - dry pavement, slow speed, etc. All when turning a fairly hard left - out of a parking place & at stop signs. It goes right out, but it concerns me eventhough the owner's manual says there is a problem only if the light stays on. A kind of growling noise also accompanies the light while illuminated. I've checked tire pressure and have reset the tire monitor circuit, too. No codes are stored and the computer is up to date. Is something dying? Is it already dead? Is the car safe to operate? Oh yeah - original owner and no similar problems. Thanks in advance folks

Need to check for ABS codes
I would suspect a wheel sensor and or the front wheel bearing

what is the main reason for the message to appear on my instrument panel?
I have not been spinning my tires or driving in snow.

because if you r tires are going to spin, it activates and stops them form doin git. you may have a switch to turn it off you'll hav etolok in driver's manual/cd

ABS and Service traction light is on after a brake repair--full front and back pads,rotors,fluid system flush. when the road is wet or I go thru a carwash the ABS and Traction system warning lights come on-this did not occur before the brakes were repaired. Also feels like the brakes are grinding and are very grabby. any suggestions?

just one , you probably paid a large bill for the brake repair , if you have a problem take it back,, any reputable shop would have no problem rechecking the repair and even putting you in a rental if they need it for 1/2 day

Jim

engine lite on, low tire pressure lite comes on, service traction lite on. When excelerating, car vibrates and wobbles until it reaches about 50 mph, wheels have been balanced,new front rotors and brake pads put on, motor mount bracket replaced on passenger side front and oil change do yesterday, what could be causing the wobbling vibration?

Check engine light on

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Have the computer scanned for code/s-you have a problem within the engine management system that caused the CEL to turn on-This is your starting point of diagnosis,finding out what's going on.

service traction system light is on on my 2000 chevy impala

That means there is a malfunction code set and the computer needs to be scanned with a professional scan tool.

try your local auto store for free scan.

The free scans are not going to work on the traction control system. As I stated, that requires a professional scan tool, not the generic code readers used at the auto parts store.

can bad breaks cause my servise traction system light to come on

if ther is a problem with the abs system which would mean your brake light is on automatically disengages traction control so that could be the reason . have it scanned by a pro to see what the problem is.