2009 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 176
2009 Saab 9-3 Manual
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93_US_MY09.book Page 176 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 176 Starting and driving Temporarily turning ESP® system off The ESP® is switched on automatically when the engine is started. It may be necessary to switch off the system if the car has become bogged down, for instance. The ESP® system is always engaged during braking, even if it has been switched off manually with the ESP® button. The cruise control system (if active) will automatically be disengaged if the ESP® system is operative. Disengage the system in Settings. 1 Select Settings using the steering wheel buttons, or . 2 Hold the SET button depressed until a chime sounds. 3 Select ESP. 4 Press the SET button. 5 Select ON or OFF. End by pressing the SET-button. Go back/modify using the CLR-button. ESP® system OFF lights up if: • The system is turned off manually. The car must be travelling slower than 35 mph (60 km/h). The TCS is also disengaged. • A fault is detected in the ABS-system. • A fault has been detected in the system and the system has therefore been switched off. The following message will be displayed on the SID: Stability control failure. Contact service. ESP® system indicator light When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about 4 seconds while the system performs self-diagnosis. The light comes on for a short period of time when the ESP® system is operative. Operation of the ESP® system indicates reduced cohesion between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver during continued driving. NOTICE Changes to the chassis, such as a change of wheels, shock absorbers or springs, could affect the function of the ESP® system. Always consult a workshop before changing any chassis components. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer.