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 engine 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 switching off the engine and starting it again. 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 engine 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 switching off the engine and starting it again.

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.