Description And Operation
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may also be referred to as Electronic Stability Program (ESP) depending on the vehicle model year and configuration. Certain components may also reference ESP, ESC, or use the traction control symbol.
The ESC OFF switch is an integral part of the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) (1) located in center of the instrument panel. The ESC OFF switch turns the ESC off whenever the switch is pressed. Pressing the switch a second time turns the ESC back on. The switch resets itself each time the ignition is cycled.
When the ESC OFF switch is pressed and released, turning ESC off, it does not completely turn the system off. The ESC system reduces torque management to a lesser amount, but ESC function can still occur if the system perceives the need.
The ESC function lamp is illuminated in the cluster whenever the ESC system is turned off.