🚨 BMW 5 Series (F10) Traction Control Light On? Wet Carpet Could Be the Real Problem! 💧⚠️
Are you seeing the traction control light or steering malfunction warning in your BMW 5 Series (F10)?
At GizTech Automotive, we recently diagnosed a 2012 BMW F10 with water soaking the front passenger side carpet — and found the real issue:
💧 Water intrusion into the Active Steering Control Unit under the carpet.
🔍 Symptoms You Might Notice:
⚠️ Traction control (DSC) warning light stays on
🛑 Steering assist malfunction
🚘 Increased steering effort or stiffness
💡 Multiple warning lights on the dash
👣 Wet or damp front passenger carpet
🔧 What We Found:
Water had leaked into the cabin and soaked the area under the front passenger seat, damaging the Active Steering Module (control unit) — a sensitive component that controls the car’s steering dynamics and traction systems.
🛠️ How GizTech Automotive Fixes It:
✅ Full water leak inspection and repair
✅ Diagnostic scan (BMW ISTA/DIS) for DSC/steering faults
✅ Remove carpet and dry/repair wiring
✅ Replace or refurbish Active Steering Control Unit if required
✅ Clear fault codes and test drive
💡 Pro Tip:
These modules are mounted under the carpet for protection — but once water gets in, they can short out and cause serious drivability issues. If you see traction or steering errors and feel damp carpet, don’t wait!
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👉 BMW traction or steering fault? GizTech Automotive has the tools, skill, and experience to fix it right — the first time!