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Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Switch - Description






DESCRIPTION

NOTE: 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 part of the accessory switch bank module located in the center bezel on the instrument panel above the transmission gear shifter. The ESC Off switch turns the Electronic Stability Control off whenever the switch is depressed. Depressing the switch a second time turns the ESC(R) back on. The switch resets itself each time the ignition is cycled.

When the ESC Off switch is depressed and released, turning ESC(R) off, it does not completely turn the system off. The ESC(R) system reduces torque management to a lesser amount, but ESC(R) function can still occur if the system perceives the need.