On Sunday as I was driving in some terrible traffic to go to the car show at Sea Port Village San Diego and meet the HHR gang, I got the Service T/C light. I was in heavy stop and go traffic so never got to moving very fast and I found a parking space and promptly forgot about it. Light was out after restarting and driving home.

Once I got home, I pulled out my laptop and connected up my AutoEnginuity software to the ODBII connection. I have an advanced module and it reads everything, something like 17,000 + measurement points. There was a stored code for an ABS error in the right front wheel it said so I cleared it and none since. I should have written down the code number but I was tired. If it shows again I'l write the number down and maybe next time remember to hook it up and turn on the continuous monitor if I am going to be driving in really bad traffic such as taking a trip to L.A. or something.

 

Hi, does anyone have advice about my 2009 HHR's Service Traction/ESC/ABS light? I've paid about $500 to address the problem, but my mechanic wants another $410 to replace another sensor! And now I am starting to feel a weird hesitation when I'm braking, as though the ABS is trying to kick on. I know I have a rear strut that needs replaced, I've just been procrastinating... COuld they be related?

Thanks! s t a r r in CA

 

No struts in the rear. Only shocks.

 

Hey s t a r r,

Welcome to the forum! I apologize that you are experiencing this concern with your HHR. I would be happy to look into this matter for you. Is the mechanic you are working with at one of our GM Certified dealerships? I can be reached via PM. Please include your full name, address, phone number, VIN, current mileage, and involved dealership.

I look forward to your reply,

Jonathan A.
Chevrolet Customer Care

 

Hey oldracer,

I'm sorry that we did not see your post earlier. Have you experienced any concerns with your HHR since clearing the codes? If there is anything you would like us to look into feel free to reach out to us via PM.

Sincerely,

Jonathan A.
Chevrolet Customer Care

 

My advice is to find out what the code NUMBERS are and then post them. Without them and working only on your description, I would say say your discombobulaturator may be broken, but further money should be spent to not resolve the nebulous problem.