DRIVER SUPPORT
Electronic Stability Control
WARNING
WARNING
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC1) func-
tion helps the driver avoid skidding and
improves the vehicle's directional stability.
This symbol will be displayed
If the temperature rises too high, the power
steering may be forced to switch off com-
pletely. In such a situation, the driver dis-
play shows the message Power steering
failure Stop safely along with a symbol.
The function is supplementary driver
support intended to facilitate driving
and help make it safer – it cannot han-
dle all situations in all traffic, weather
and road conditions.
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in the instrument panel when
the system is intervening.
The driver is advised to read all sec-
tions in the Owner's Manual about this
function to learn of its limitations,
which the driver must be aware of
before using the function.
Changing the level of steering wheel
resistance*
In INDIVIDUAL drive mode, the level of steer-
ing wheel resistance can be adjusted.
When the system has inter-
vened to apply the brakes, a
pulsing sound may be heard
and the vehicle may accelerate more slowly
than expected when the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
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Tap Settings in the center display's Top
view.
Driver support functions are not a sub-
stitute for the driver's attention and
judgment. The driver is always respon-
sible for ensuring the vehicle is driven
in a safe manner, at the appropriate
speed, with an appropriate distance to
other vehicles, and in accordance with
current traffic rules and regulations.
The system consists of the following sub-func-
tions:
2. Select My Car Drive Modes
Steering Force.
Stability control2
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Steering wheel resistance settings can only be
accessed if the vehicle is stationary or is mov-
ing straight ahead at a low speed.
Spin control and active yaw control
Engine drag control
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Trailer Stability Assist
Related information
Stability control2
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This function helps control the driving and
braking force of each individual wheel in an
attempt to stabilize the vehicle.
Drive modes* (p. 410)
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Spin control and active yaw control
This function is active at low speeds and
brakes the wheels that are spinning to transfer
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Electronic Stability Control
Also called traction control.
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