2004 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 173

Starting and driving ESP indicator light The indicator light in the tachometer comes on for a short period of time when the ESP system is operative. Operation of the ESP indicates reduced cohesion between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. 173 ESP OFF IB3051 The if: light in the rev counter comes on Increased stability with ESP. The system applies the brakes to the wheels as shown to prevent the car from skidding • A fault has been detected and the system has therefore been switched off. • The system has been switched off manually. • When the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about four seconds while the system undergoes a self-test. Turning ESP off The system can be turned off manually with the ESP button, whereupon the light on the main instrument panel will come on. The ESP system cannot be switched off if the car is travelling faster than 35 mph (60 km/h). The ESP is always operative during braking, even if it has been switched off manually. ESP improves the driver's chances of retaining control over the car in critical situations. To ensure that the system works as designed, the dimensions of all four tires must be the same. IB1841 WARNING When driving normally, ESP will help to improve the stability of the car. This does not mean that car can be driven faster. The same care and prudence as normally applied should be displayed on cornering and when driving on slippery roads.