Kia Carens: Electronic stability control (ESC) / ESC OFF usage
When driving
- ESC should be turned on for daily driving whenever possible.
- To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving on
a flat road surface.
WARNING
Never press the ESC OFF button while ESC is operating (ESC indicator light
blinks).
If ESC is turned off while ESC is operating, the vehicle may slip out of control.
✽ NOTICE
- When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, ensure that the ESC is turned
off by pressing the ESC OFF button for more than 3 seconds (ESC OFF light illuminated).
If the ESC is left on, it may prevent the vehicle speed from increasing, and
result in false diagnosis.
- Turning the ESC off does not affect ABS or brake system operation.
When ignition switch is turned to ON, the indicator light illuminates, then goes
off if the ESC system is operating normally.
The ESC indicator light blinks whenever ESC is operating or illuminates ...
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Schematic Diagram
1. CAN
2. MIL lamp
3. Immobilizer
4. Canister
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