Symbols and messages for electronic stability control

Updated 17/11/2023

A number of symbols and messages regarding electronic stability control (ESC1) can be shown on the driver display. Here are some examples.

Symbol	Message	Specification
	Constant glow for approx. 2 seconds	System check when the car is started.
	Flashing light	The system is being activated.
	ESC Service required	The system is disengaged. Stop the car at a safe place. Check whether the error was temporary or if it persists by getting out of the car, locking it, unlocking it and getting back in. If the problem persists, contact a workshop – an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. The car can be driven but without the ESC functionality.

Symbol

Message

Specification

Px-2037-iCup-Electronic Stability Control symbol

Constant glow for approx. 2 seconds

System check when the car is started.

Flashing light

The system is being activated.

ESC Service required

The system is disengaged. Stop the car at a safe place.

Check whether the error was temporary or if it persists by getting out of the car, locking it, unlocking it and getting back in.

If the problem persists, contact a workshop – an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

The car can be driven but without the ESC functionality.

A text message can be cleared by briefly pressing the P5–1507–Symbol-OK button button, located in the centre of the steering wheel's right-hand keypad.

If a message remains, contact a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.