Electronic Stability Program Switch
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may also be referred to as Electronic Stability Program (ESP) depending on the vehicle model year and configuration. Certain components may also reference ESP, ESC, or use the traction control symbol.
The ESP OFF switch is an integral part of the instrument panel switch pod (1) located in center of the instrument panel. The ESP OFF switch turns the ESP off whenever the switch is depressed. Depressing the switch a second time turns the ESP back on. The switch resets itself each time the ignition is cycled.
When the ESP OFF switch is depressed and released, it does not completely turn the system off. The ESP system reduces torque management to a lesser amount, but ESP function can still occur if the system perceives the need.
The ESP function lamp is illuminated in the cluster whenever the ESP system is turned off.