Dynamic Stability Control - Aston Martin DB 9 2013 Manual

Dynamic Stability Control

Warning: It is the drivers responsibility to drive safely
according to the law and with due regard to prevailing
conditions.
Warning: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) must never let the
driver be tempted into taking risks which could affect his or her
safety or that of other road users. DSC cannot overcome
consequences of applying too much engine power for prevailing
conditions.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is a system designed to enhance
driving safety by improving the vehicle handling when the tyres are at
the limits of their grip capabilities. This is achieved through the
reduction of engine torque and strategic application of the brakes at
individual wheels.
Driver Interface and Control
If repair or replacement of the steering or other surrounding
equipment is necessary, always refer to your Aston Martin
Dealer. If the center position of the steering deviates, the DSC
system may not operate correctly because there is a sensor in the
steering system which detects steering wheel position.
The DSC system may not operate correctly when using tyre
chains or a temporary spare tyre.
Use tyres of the same manufacturer, brand, tread pattern and
correct size specified for this vehicle on all four road wheels. Do
not mix worn tyres.
DSC has three modes of operation:
ON: The DSC system sets to ON each time the engine is started. DSC
is controlling engine torque and applying strategic application of the
brakes at individual wheels.
While the DSC system operates to correct the vehicle stability the
DSC symbol , on the instrument cluster, will flash.
TRACK MODE: Press and hold the DSC button (A) for four seconds
and release. DSC TRACK MODE SELECTED will show in the message
center (right). This raises the thresholds at which the DSC system
operates. While the DSC system operates to correct the vehicle
stability the DSC symbol will flash.
OFF: When in track mode press and hold the DSC button for four
seconds and release to set the DSC to OFF. DSC OFF can not be
selected from DSC on. DSC FUNCTION OFF will show in the
message center (right). DSC is no longer controlling engine torque
and applying strategic application of the brakes at individual wheels.
At any time while in track or off mode, press and release the DSC
button to start DSC.
The DSC button LED will come ON when the system is set to track
or off mode.
Fault Signs
A malfunction in the DSC control system will be shown by the
following:
• The DSC symbol in the instrument cluster will come ON.
• A warning message will show in the message center (right)
depending on the fault detected.
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