Vdc System; Activation; Failure Signals - Alfa Romeo 8C Spider Owner's Manual

VDC SYSTEM

The vehicle is equipped with the anti-yawing
control system VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control)
which incorporates all the control systems: ABS,
EBD, ASR and MSR. This system is equipped
with a model that predicts the vehicle behaviour
with great accuracy. The system is capable of
detecting whether the driver is about to lose
control of the vehicle. In this case, it can activate
the brake calipers individually and engine
control, in order to create a torque sufficient to
resist the vehicle yawing moment.

ACTIVATION

The VDC and ASR systems are integrated in one
single function and are automatically activated
every time the engine is started; they can be
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deactivated by pressing the button
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1 second. Press the button again to reactivate
the systems.
The amber colour warning light
instrument panel flashes during all the operating
phases.
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ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY

FAILURE SIGNALS

In the event of a malfunction, the system
is automatically disabled and cannot be
reactivated. This condition is signalled while
for about driving by the amber warning light
instrument panel that illuminates together with
the message "VDC failure - Go to workshop".
on the When the engine is started, the system
malfunction is indicated by the illumination of
the warning light
WARNING: In the event of a malfunction
and with the VDC deactivated, the vehicle
behaves as if it were not equipped with this
system: however, we recommend that you
contact an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer's Network to have the system
checked.
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