Ford Mondeo Quiz
Electronic Stability Control

Operating Principles

In this manual: Electronic Stability Control
Introduction — 9Overview — 6Child safety — 5Seat belts — 4Supplemental Restraint System — 8Keys and Remote Controls — 4MyKey — 9Locks — 3Safety — 4Steering wheel — 6Wipers and washers — 4Lighting — 15Windows and mirrors — 7Instrument cluster — 4Information Displays — 3Climate control unit — 9Seats — 10Auxiliary power points — 1Storage Compartments — 4Engine Starting and Stopping — 7Unique Driving Characteristics — 1Fuel and Refueling — 7High-voltage battery — 3Transmission — 1Brakes — 5Traction control — 3Electronic Stability Control — 3Parking Aids — 7Cruise control — 4Driver assistance — 21Vehicle Loading — 1Towing — 3Driving tips — 6Roadside assistance in emergencies — 11Fuses — 3Maintenance — 15Vehicle Cleaning — 6Wheels and Tires — 8Capacities and specifications — 3Audio system — 8SYNC — 7SYNC 2 — 10Appendices — 3
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

WARNING

This system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with the attention and care required. Failure to follow this warning may result in loss of control of the vehicle and injury, or death.

Principes de fonctionnement

  1. Without ESP
  2. With ESP

The system provides stability assistance when the vehicle begins to leave its intended path. To do this, the system brakes the individual wheels and reduces engine torque if necessary.

The system also provides enhanced traction control by reducing engine torque if the wheels spin during acceleration. This function makes it easier to start off on slippery roads or unstable surfaces and improves comfort by limiting wheel spin in tight bends.

Stability control indicator

While driving, the indicator flashes when the system intervenes. See Warning lights and indicators

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