Electronic Stability Program (Esp) - Hyundai Matrix Owner's Manual

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DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI
ELECTRONIC STABILITY
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PROGRAM (ESP)
C310A01JM-AAT
(If installed)
C310A01FC
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
system is designed to stabilize the
vehicle during cornering manuevers.
ESP checks where you are steering
and where the vehicle is actually go-
ing. ESP applies the brakes at indi-
vidual wheels and intervenes in the
engine management system to stabi-
lize the vehicle.
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
system is an electronic system de-
signed to help the driver maintain ve-
hicle control under adverse conditions.
It is not a substitute for safe driving
practices. Factors including speed,
road conditions and driver steering
input can all affect whether ESP will be
effective in preventing a loss of con-
trol. It is still your responsibility to drive
and corner at reasonable speeds and
to leave a sufficient margin of safety.
!
CAUTION:
Driving with varying tire or wheel
size may cause the ESP system to
malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are the same size as
your original tires.
!
WARNING:
Electronic stability program is only
a driving aid; all normal precau-
tions for driving in inclement
weather and on slippery road sur-
faces should be observed.
C310B01JM-AAT
ESP ON/OFF Mode
When the ESP is operating, the ESP
indicator in the instrument cluster will
blink.
If you turn the system off by pressing
the ESP switch, the ESP-OFF indica-
tor will come on and stay on. In the
ESP-OFF mode, the stability control
will be deactivated. Adjust your driving
accordingly. To turn the system back
on, press the switch again. The ESP-
OFF indicator should go off.
NOTE:
The ESP mode will automatically
be turned ON after the engine is
turned off and restarted.