Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is designed to stabilize the vehicle during cornering. ESC checks where you are steering and where the vehicle is actually going.

ESC applies the brakes to individual wheels and intervenes in engine control as part of the vehicle stability control system.

WARNING

Never drive too fast for road conditions or too fast through curves. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent accidents. Excessive speed in turns, sudden maneuvers, and hydroplaning on wet surfaces can result in serious injury or accidents. Only a safe and attentive driver can prevent an accident by avoiding maneuvers that cause the vehicle to lose traction with the road. Even with ESC, always follow all normal driving precautions, including driving at a safe speed for the conditions.

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle in adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving. Factors including speed, road conditions, and driver steering inputs may affect whether ESC can effectively prevent loss of control. You are still responsible for driving and cornering at a reasonable speed and leaving sufficient safety margin.

When you depress the brake pedal in conditions where the wheels may lock, you may hear a "tick-tick" sound from the brakes or feel a corresponding pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and means that your ESC is active.

NOTICE

A clicking sound may be heard from the engine compartment when starting the vehicle or when moving off after starting the engine. These conditions are normal and indicate that the Electronic Stability Control system is operating normally.