Q: Warning Lights on
All of the warning lights are on while driving, including Traction Control, ESP, ABS brake, Airbag and EPC.
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The vehicle may be having an issue where the alternator is not charging, due to a cable connection issue, causing the voltage to get too low to run these systems. The connections at the battery, body, or main fuse panel may be losing contact. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, scan the system for an accurate diagnosis of your Warning Light illumination issue.
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