Electronic Stability Program (Esp) - Aston Martin DB11 Owner's Handbook Manual

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Warning: It is the driver's responsibility to drive safely
according to the law and with due regard to prevailing
conditions.
Warning: Electronic Stability Program (ESP) must never
let the driver be tempted into taking risks which could affect
his or her safety or that of other road users. ESP cannot
overcome consequences of applying too much engine power
for prevailing conditions.
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is designed to improve
driving safety when the tires are at the limits of their grip
capabilities. This is done by control of engine torque and
application of the brakes at individual wheels.
Caution: If repair or replacement of the steering or other
surrounding equipment is necessary, always refer to your
Aston Martin Dealer. There is a sensor in the steering system
which detects steering angle. If the centre position of the
steering deviates, the ESP may not operate correctly.
Caution: ESP may not operate correctly when using tire
chains.
Caution: Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand, type,
tread pattern and correct size specified in this handbook
(Refer to 'Wheel and Tire Information', page 12.15)for this
vehicle on all four road wheels. Do not mix new and worn
tires on the same axle.
5.22
Driving
ESP Modes
ESP has three modes of operation:
ON:
ESP defaults to ON each time the engine is started. The
flash in the instrument cluster when in operation. ABS is set to
stage one. Engine torque and application of the brakes at
individual wheels will be controlled by ESP to aid stability.
TRACK MODE:
Warning: TRACK MODE is intended for use on a dry track.
Greater driver input will be required to maintain vehicle
stability.
Track mode raises the thresholds at which the ESP operates and
allows greater wheel slip from the Traction Control System (TCS).
Active Yaw Control (AYC) is also modified to allow a higher level
of yaw. ABS is set to stage two. When the ESP is set to track, the
message ESP TRACK will be shown in the left instrument cluster
window.
OFF:
ESP no longer controls engine torque, and both TCS and AYC are
disabled. ABS will remain in stage two. ESP OFF will show in the
left instrument cluster window when the ESP is set to off.
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