Electric Stability Programme (Esp Plus) - Vauxhall Corsa Owner's Manual

Electric Stability
Plus
Programme (ESP )
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Plus
The ESP improves driving stability when
necessary, irrespective of the road surface
and the tyre grip in all driving situations. It
also contains the functions provided by the
Traction Control system.
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.
Plus
ESP is ready for operation as soon as
the ignition is switched on and the warning
light v goes out.
Plus
When the ESP comes into action,
v flashes.
The vehicle is now in a critical situation;
Plus
ESP allows you to keep control of the
vehicle and reminds you to match your
speed to the road conditions.
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.
Control indicator v
illuminates for several seconds when the
ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the indicator
light goes off.
Flashing during driving:
This shows the system has come into
action. The engine output may be reduced
(the sound of the engine changes) and the
vehicle may be braked automatically to a
small degree.
Lights up while driving:
Fault in the system. Driving can be
continued. Poor road surface conditions
may however still cause vehicle stability to
be impaired.
Have the cause of the fault remedied. We
recommend that you consult a Vauxhall
Authorised Repairer. The system's
integrated self-diagnostics allows faults to
be quickly remedied.
Lights after interruption of power supply:
e.g. after disconnecting battery.
After a power supply interruption the
steering angle sensor must be calibrated to
make the system operational:
z Automatic calibration driving in stright
line at constant slow (10 to 25 mph /
20 to 40 km/h) speed on level, dry road.
z Manual calibration by turning steering
wheel from limit position to limit position.
If the indicator light does not go off after
successful calibration, observe notes in
middle column.
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