96 Infinit Q45 slip/TCS lights

[jsstinson]

All,

I just inherited a 96 Q45 from my dad who bought a 07 G35.

Anyhow, after reworking some brake issues, I am now trying to tackle the TCS/Slip lights that come on every time I start the car.

I start up, the TCS light comes on, and then the Slip light comes on a few minutes later after a "whirring" noise finally stops. Also, when I hit the TCS button on the center console, the TCS light will dim out.

To that end, I have read through the forums and have found a few discussions that might be applicable, but they also discuss the ABS.

If someone could spend a few minutes and walk me through what could be the causating factors in my dilemma and how I can troubleshoot and then fix them so my slip/TCS lights turn off and the systems work (are they working now even with the lights on?) I would really appreciate it.

I have a auto hobby shop on base I can work at with really helpful guys, so I am not affraid to tackle anything, I just need to be pointed in the right direction.

Thanks so much!

V/R

Joshua

PS Can anyone recommend a good manual to get or an online download that would really lay the systems out for me?

[maxnix]

Have an FSM? No maintenance history, so have you checked the TCS relay?

Welcome to NICO.

You have a great car.

[jsstinson]

FSM? = I am guessing that means service manual? No, I don't have one. The original is gone.

My step dad is a pretty big car guy and did the standard maintenance, but nothing beyond tires, brakes, oil, etc.

As far a the TCS relay. I can't find it, that is why I want a manual to ensure I am looking at the right piece. I popped the hood and listened for the "buzzing" after I started the car, and the noise is coming from right around the battery. Where the relay is I am not sure, maybe under the fuse box?

A few post made it sound like the relay was back near the firewall, but maybe that was for an older model Q.

I really do like this car, especially since it was cheap to me. As long as it will run I will stick with her, she is comfy and sleek. (A little heavy on the gas consumption though). Now I am just trying to trouble shoot and go through and get things working right. TCS/Slip is my next giant to slay!