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Amber lightHigh
ESC fault warning light
Drive with cautionSafety warning — do not ignore this light
This warning light indicates a potentially serious fault. Do not continue driving. Stop in a safe location and contact an authorized service center or roadside assistance. Never attempt to inspect high-voltage or safety-critical components yourself.
What this light means
If the ESC warning light stays on after self-check, the ESC system has a fault. ABS and basic braking may continue in some combinations, but stability control may not work.
Immediate actions
- 1Drive cautiously and avoid sharp steering or high speed.
- 2If ESC, ABS and braking-system warnings are on together, stop safely and contact BYD service.
- 3Arrange inspection by a BYD authorized dealer or service provider.
What to check
Record exact icon/message, driving or charging state and recent conditions
Follow the owner handbook escalation for the warning severity
Do not repair HV, brake, steering, airbag, ADAS, fuel or wiring systems yourself
Possible causes
- ›Official SEALION 5 owner handbook warning-light/dashboard-message chapter.
- ›Exact root cause requires BYD diagnostic inspection; no DTC code is published from this summary.
Related warning lights
Sources
✓BYD New Zealand SEALION 5 owner handbook PDF
For informational purposes only. Always consult a certified service center for diagnosis and repair of warning light conditions.