Electronic stability control
Electronic stability control1 consists of several sub-features that can apply your car's brakes automatically to prevent skidding when the car detects a loss of traction or steering control. To do this, ESC applies the brakes to each wheel individually. When this intervention happens, the symbol for ESC flashes in the driver display.
| Anti-lock braking system2 | The car's anti-lock braking system prevents the brakes from locking up during hard braking. This improves braking performance and manoeuvrability and helps with stabilising the car. |
| Spin control and traction control | These features act to prevent the wheels from slipping against the road surface when you apply acceleration. |
| Engine drag control3 | Helps with preventing wheel locking during engine braking on slippery surfaces. |
| Roll stability control | Reduces the risk of overturning in certain situations, for example during a sudden evasive manoeuvre or if the car skids. |
Stability control malfunction
If your car notices a stability control malfunction, it will notify you with a symbol and a message in the driver display. The message and symbol depend on the nature and severity of the detected fault. If the electronic stability control symbol is continuously shown instead of flashing, this could indicate a stability control malfunction.
Be sure to read and follow any instructions in the message. It is recommended to address any ESC malfunctions as soon as possible, although it is possible to drive the car with disabled ESC.