SAFETY
7
Disarming
Operating check
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)
When a malfunction of the
systems occurs, the switch
light flashes and the warn-
ing light comes on, accom-
panied by an audible signal
and a message on the multi-function
display.
These systems are linked and com-
plement the ABS.
The ASR system optimises drive to
prevent the wheels skidding, by act-
ing on the brakes of the drive wheels
and on the engine. It also allows the
directional stability of the vehicle to be
improved on acceleration.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to have
the system checked.
If there is a variation between the tra-
jectory followed by the vehicle and that
required by the driver, the ESP sys-
tem automatically acts on the engine
and the brake of one or more wheels,
in order to put the vehicle back on
course, within the limits of the laws of
physics.
The ASR/ESP systems offer
exceptional safety in normal
driving, but this should not
encourage the driver to take
extra risks or drive at high speed.
In exceptional conditions (starting a
vehicle which is bogged down, stuck
in snow, on soft ground), it may be
advisable to disarm the ASR and ESP
systems, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.
The correct functioning of these sys-
tems depends on observation of the
Press the "ESP OFF" switch,
located under the steering wheel to
the left.
manufacturer’s
recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components and the elec-
tronic components, as well as the
PEUGEOT assembly and operation
procedures.
Activation of the ASR and ESP
systems
The switch lights up and the
warning light comes on: the
ASR and ESP systems no
longer have any effect on the
engine operation.
When the ignition is on, the
ASR and ESP systems are
always activated.
After an impact, have the system
checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
Reactivation:
Automatic if the ignition is switched
off.
Automatic from 30 mph (50 km/h).
Manual by pressing the switch
again.
Operation of the ASR and ESP
systems
The warning light flashes
when the ASR or ESP is acti-
vated.
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