- Fig. 1 Centre console with ESC OFF button
The ESC is switched on automatically when the engine is started.
In the following special situations, it may be advisable to switch on the sport mode to allow a certain amount of wheelspin:
- Rocking the car backwards and forwards to free it
- Driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces
- Driving with snow chains
ESC levels
(A)
(B) Sport mode on
(C) Sport mode off
(B) Sport mode on
(C) Sport mode off
| (A) |
(B) |
(C) |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics |
The stabilising function of the ESC and traction control system (ASR) is restricted WARNING!. |
The stabilising function of the ESC and traction control system (ASR) is fully available again. |
| Controls |
Press the  button. |
Press the button again. |
| Warning and indicator lamps |
 lights up. |
goes out. |
| Driver messages |
Stabilisation control (ESC): off. Warning! Restricted stability |
Stabilisation control (ESC): on |
You should switch on the sport mode only if your driving ability and the traffic conditions allow you to do so safely - danger of skidding!
- The stabilising functionality is restricted when sport mode is switched on. The driven wheels may start to spin, causing the vehicle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or wet roads.
Note
- Sport mode cannot be activated when the adaptive cruise control* is on.
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