BMW 128i Traction Control Switch Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(101)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(101)

Traction Control Switch Replacement Service

How much does a Traction Control Switch Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 128i Traction Control Switch Replacement is $187 with $47 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2012 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$248.56Shop/Dealer Price$278.25 - $353.15
2009 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$239.55Shop/Dealer Price$266.15 - $338.73
2013 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$239.55Shop/Dealer Price$266.19 - $338.80
2010 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$239.55Shop/Dealer Price$266.19 - $338.80
2008 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$239.55Shop/Dealer Price$268.77 - $343.31
2011 BMW 128iL6-3.0LService typeTraction Control Switch ReplacementEstimate$239.55Shop/Dealer Price$266.44 - $339.23
Show example BMW 128i Traction Control Switch Replacement prices

What is the Traction Control Switch all about?

Most modern vehicles are equipped with anti-lock brakes and traction control. Traction control prevents unnecessary wheel spin at the drive wheels by either reducing engine power or applying the brakes slightly. An override switch may be installed in the dash in the event that the traction control needs to be turned off, which would usually be used in a situation where your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, or for maximum acceleration purposes and a more driver-centric experience. On nearly all makes of light duty vehicles, the traction control button needs to be pressed for approximately three seconds to turn the traction control off. To re-employ traction control, a simple press of the button turns it back on. If the traction control switch is not working properly, the traction control may not turn off or back on when pressed, and a service traction control warning can illuminate on your dash. You may not be able to spin your tires to get out of a situation where you are stuck.

Keep in mind:

  • If your vehicle is equipped with traction control, it is best to keep it enabled unless you need the wheels to spin to get you out of a situation, such as getting stuck in the snow.
  • Traction control works in conjunction with the anti-lock brakes. If your traction control isn’t working, your anti-lock brakes won’t function either.

How it's done:

  • The traction control switch is verified to be defective
  • The dash center trim panel is removed for access to the switch
  • The defective traction control switch is replaced with a new switch
  • The dash center trip panel is re-installed and the switch is tested
  • The repair is verified and the vehicle is road tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If the traction control switch isn’t working, have it diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics. Have the button replaced if necessary to regain the traction control’s operation.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Traction Control Switch?

  • Traction button will not shut off the traction control
  • While traction control is engaged, the service traction control warning comes on

How important is this service?

The traction control operates alongside the anti-lock brakes, and uses many of the same sensors in its operation. If the traction control switch isn’t working properly, it may affect the anti-lock brake system and result in potential safety hazards.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(101)

Rating Summary
94
5
1
0
1
94
5
1
0
1

Jay

38 years of experience
1035 reviews
Jay
38 years of experience
BMW 128i L6-3.0L - Valve Cover Gasket - Grand Terrace, California
Jay was a very good mechanic. I was very happy with his service. I would request him again

Russell

28 years of experience
271 reviews
Russell
28 years of experience
BMW 128i L6-3.0L - Coolant is leaking - Alameda, California
Identified problem right away, and made recommendations for repair & resolution.

Keith

19 years of experience
406 reviews
Keith
19 years of experience
BMW 128i L6-3.0L - Service Battery/cables - Winter Haven, Florida
Nice and courtesy

David

14 years of experience
463 reviews
David
14 years of experience
BMW 128i L6-3.0L - Battery - Canton, Georgia
Did a great job!! Will use again.

Excellent Rating

(101)

Rating Summary
94
5
1
0
1
94
5
1
0
1
Number of BMW 128i services completed
1111+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Find Out if a Car Has a Lien on It
Buying a used car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-a-used-car) can be a tricky proposition. It requires a diligent search, test drives, and plenty of legwork to find the right car. One step that should never be overlooked is the search for any liens on...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
In In the second year of the completely redesigned new Jetta, Volkswagen continued its campaign to bring a more affordable compact car to the market and to further raise the bar on their US sales numbers. The base model 2012...
B2105 OBD-II Trouble Code: Throttle Position Input Out of Range Low
B2105 trouble code means there's a problem with the throttle position input range in a 4WD system, caused by a loose harness or short circuit.

Accelerating causes ticking noise.

A ticking noise indicates a worn valve lash adjuster that is dirty and needs cleaning or needs to be replaced. These are the lifters that ride on the camshaft and provide lift for the valve. They are spring loaded and...

Brake Lights don't work

If both of these features quit working at the same time, you may just have blown a fuse (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-fuse). If neither one of these are related, the problem may be two separate ones. The power locks are controlled by a...

There's moisture around the oil pan gasket

There are three classes of oil leaks. Class 1 is evidence or oil but not active drips or leaks. Class 2 is evidence of oil drip forming but no active drips in 5 minutes. Class 3 leak is an active...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com