Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The ESC system is designed to stabilize the vehicle during cornering maneuvers.
ESC checks where you are steering and where the vehicle is going. ESC applies the brakes on individual wheels and intervenes with the vehicle management system to stabilize the vehicle.
ESC will not prevent accidents. Excessive speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers and hydroplaning on wet surfaces can still result in serious accidents.
Only a safe and attentive driver can prevent accidents by avoiding maneuvers that cause the vehicle to lose traction. Even with ESC installed, always follow the normal precautions for driving - including driving at safe speeds for the conditions.
For maximum protection, always wear your seat belt. No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive responsibly.
The ESC system is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether ESC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. It is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety distance.
When you apply your brakes under conditions which may lock the wheels, you may hear a "tik-tik'' sound from the brakes or feel a corresponding sensation in the brake pedal. This is normal and it means your ESC is active.
A click sound may be heard in the cabin when the vehicle begins to move after the vehicle is started. These conditions are normal and indicate that the ESC is functioning properly.
Electronic stability control (ESC) operation
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When the EV button is turned ON, ESC and ESC OFF indicator lights appear for approximately 3 seconds, then ESC is turned on.
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Press the ESC OFF button for at least half a second after turning the vehicle ON to turn ESC off. (ESC OFF indicator will appear). To turn ESC on, press the ESC OFF button (ESC OFF indicator light will disappear).
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When starting the vehicle, you may hear a slight ticking sound. This is the ESC performing an automatic system self-diagnosis and does not indicate a problem.
When the ESC is operating properly, you may feel a slight pulsation in the vehicle. This is only the effect of brake control and does not indicate a problem.
When driving out of mud or on a slippery road, pressing the accelerator pedal may not cause the vehicle speed to increase.
Electronic stability control (ESC) operation off
If the vehicle stops when ESC is off, ESC remains off. Upon restarting the vehicle, the ESC will automatically turn on again.
Indicator light
The ESC OFF indicator light comes on when the ESC is turned off with the button.
ESC
Drive carefully even though your vehicle has ESC. It can only assist you in maintaining control under certain circumstances.
ESC OFF usage
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ESC should be turned on for daily driving whenever possible.
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To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving on a flat road surface.
Operating ESC
Never press the ESC OFF button while ESC is operating (ESC indicator light blinks).
If ESC is turned off while ESC is operating, the vehicle loses control.
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When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, ensure that the ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light appears). If the ESC is left on, it may prevent the vehicle speed from increasing and result in a false diagnosis.
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Turning the ESC off does not affect ABS or brake system operation.