JDUB509

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The CHECK AWD message came on on my 09 IS250 AWD. How do i fix or just turn it off temporarily until i get around to fixing it permanently?

Jeff Lange

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Really the only way to turn off the message is to fix whatever is wrong with your AWD system so that the error is no longer present.

Jeff

Awd250

iTrader: (3)

Agree with Jeff..no way to turn it off till you fix the problem with car

JDUB509

iTrader: (1)

Any idea what the problem may be without me having to take it to the shop

Awd250

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Try checking your speed sensors..I had the same issue when my rear speed sensor broke when I was changing out my wheel studs

NYKnick101

usually there are 2 main symptoms for this speed sensors because its saying your one wheel is rolling at a different speed than the others. (as mentioned above)

OR

you actually have wheels rolling at different speeds like wheels with different tire sizes

JDUB509

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Is there a DIY fix?

Eduskator

Unless you have some solid knowledge, I don't think so. You can still google it and try to diagnose it yourself with your findings.

Bring it to a garage for a diagnosis. He'll tell you what's wrong, then you can fix it yourself, depending on the job.

NYKnick101

Some of the newer code readers have vehicle specific codes. I think the check AWD is one of them that will tell you if its a speed sensor or drive train issue.