The system is designed to offer help and assistance to the driver. It is in no way a substitute for the driver's attention and judgement. The system does not relieve the driver of the responsibility to drive carefully and prudently.
The system ensures stability when the vehicle begins to deviate from the intended path. To do this, it brakes the individual wheels and reduces engine torque.
The system also features an enhanced traction control function, reducing engine torque if the wheels slip during acceleration. This helps starting on slippery or low-friction surfaces and improves comfort by limiting wheel spin when cornering on bends.
Without ESC.
With ESC.
Stability control warning light
Flashes when the direction indicators are operating. See Warning lights and indicators.
Using stability control
Switching the system on and off using the information display controls
The system activates automatically when the ignition is switched on.
Traction control can be switched on and off using the vehicle settings menu on the information display. See General information.
The system remains switched off until the ignition is switched off.
Note: If traction control is switched off, stability control remains on.
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Flashes when the direction indicators are operating. See Warning lights and indicators.