2006 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 63

Instruments and controls 63 Indicator ESP The ESP indicator light is located in the tachometer and will be illuminated when ESP regulation is occurring, i.e. when there is insufficient traction between the tires and the road surface to provide the grip required for the acceleration called for. The driver can also sense that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator. Operation of the ESP indicates reduced traction between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. In normal driving, the ESP will help to improve both ride comfort and safety, but must not be regarded as a system to enable the driver to drive at or maintain a higher rate of speed. The same precautions for safe cornering and driving on slippery roads must still be applied (see page 165). Indicator ESP OFF The indicator light goes on when the Electronic Stability Program is switched off with the ESP-button. IMPORTANT: the system is automatically engaged every time the engine is started (see page 165). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault in the system. In this case the light cannot be turned off by means of the ESP button. If a fault is indicated, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. See also "Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on page 165.