Drive Train Control (Dtc) System - If Equipped; Electronic Stability Control (Esc) - Alfa Romeo Giulia 2024 Owner's Manual

D T C (DTC) S
RIVE RAIN ONTROL
I E
F QUIPPED
Some models of this vehicle are equipped with an
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, which offers an optimal
drive for countless driving conditions and road
surfaces. The system reduces the slipping of the tires
to a minimum, automatically redistributing the torque
to the front and rear wheels as needed.
To maximize fuel savings, the vehicle with AWD
automatically passes to Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) when
the road and environmental conditions are such that
they wouldn't cause the tires to slip. When the road and
environmental conditions require better traction, the
vehicle automatically goes to AWD mode.
NOTE:
If the system failure symbol switches on, after starting
the engine or while driving, it means that the AWD
system is not working properly. If the warning message
activates frequently, it is recommended to carry out the
maintenance operations.
E S C
LECTRONIC TABILITY ONTROL
The ESC system improves the directional control and
stability of the vehicle in various driving conditions.
The ESC system corrects the vehicle's understeer and
oversteer, distributing the brake force on the
appropriate wheels. The torque supplied by the engine
can also be reduced in order to maintain control of the
vehicle.
□
Oversteer occurs when the vehicle is turning more
than it should according to the angle of the steering
wheel.
□
Understeer occurs when the vehicle is turning less
than it should according to the angle of the steering
wheel.
—
The ESC system uses sensors installed on the vehicle
YSTEM
to determine the path that the driver intends to follow
and compares it with the vehicle's effective path. When
the real path deviates from the desired path, the ESC
system intervenes to counteract these conditions.
System Intervention
The intervention of the system is indicated by the
flashing of the ESC Warning Light on the instrument
panel, to inform the driver that the vehicle stability and
grip are critical.
□
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded
by prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent
accidents, including those resulting from
excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot
prevent accidents resulting from loss of vehicle
(ESC)
control due to inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of
an ESC equipped vehicle must never be exploited
in a reckless or dangerous manner which could
jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of
others.
WARNING!
(Continued)
WARNING!
□
Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly
maintain your vehicle, may change the handling
characteristics of your vehicle, and may negatively
affect the performance of the ESC system.
Changes to the steering system, suspension,
braking system, tire type and size or wheel size
may adversely affect ESC performance.
Improperly inflated and unevenly worn tires may
also degrade ESC performance. Any vehicle
modification or poor vehicle maintenance that
reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can
increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death.
H S A (HSA)
ILL TART SSIST
This is an integral part of the ESC system and
facilitates starting on slopes, activating automatically in
the following cases:
□
Uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient
higher than 5%, engine running, brake pressed and
transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or gear other than
REVERSE (R) engaged.
□
Downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running, brake
pressed and REVERSE gear engaged.
When starting to move forward from a complete stop,
the ESC system control unit maintains the braking
pressure on the wheels until the engine torque
necessary for starting is reached, or in any case for a
maximum of two seconds, allowing your right foot to be
moved easily from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
207