Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
WARNING: No electronic system can remove the need for safe driving practices. Although the ESC system can help to maintain control of the vehicle, it cannot prevent any accident which may result from the vehicle turning at too high a speed or from careless/dangerous driving techniques.
The ESC system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the system helps to perform the following functions:
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Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a drive wheel on the same axle that is not slipping.
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Controls brake pressure and traction motor output to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle speed.
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Controls brake pressure at individual wheels and traction motor output to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle in the following conditions:
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Under-steering
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Over-steering
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If the ESC system operates while driving, the indicator (telltale) flashes on the Driver Display.
ESC cannot be disabled by the driver. However, the level of control on monitored systems is reduced when the vehicle is in Hyper Mode. See Hyper Mode (If equipped).
If the ESC system is disabled or a fault is detected, the indicator (telltale) persistently illuminates (no flashing) on the Driver Display throughout the drive cycle.