Drive Control Systems; Electronic Stability Program 3 - Vauxhall Vectra Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Drive Control Systems

Drive Control Systems
Interactive Driving System .................. 198
Electronic Stability Program ............... 198
Cruise control 3 ................................... 202
Parking distance sensor 3 .................. 204
Automatic level control 3 ................... 206
Tyre pressure monitoring system 3 ... 206
Interactive Driving System
(IDS+ = Interactive Driving
System)
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The IDS+ combines the sensors and control
units of the Electronic Stability Program
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(ESP® ), the Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) and Continuous Damping Control
(CDC). This provides both excellent driving
dynamics and greater safety.
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP )
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ESP® improves driving stability when
necessary in any driving situation
regardless of the type of road surface or
tyre grip. It also prevents the drive wheels
from spinning.
The system monitors vehicle movements.
As soon as the vehicle starts to swerve
(understeers/oversteers) engine output is
reduced (the sound of the engine changes)
and individual wheels are specifically
braked. This considerably improves the
driving stability of the vehicle on snow and
ice and on wet or slippery road surfaces.
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ESP® is ready for operation as soon as
the ignition is switched on and control
indicator v goes out.
Control indicator v flashes when ESP®
is in action.
The vehicle is now in a critical situation;
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ESP® allows you to keep control of the
vehicle and reminds you to match your
speed to the road conditions.
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Warning
Do not let this special safety feature
tempt you into taking risks when driving.
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
adopting a responsible driving style.
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