Saab 2008 9-5 - Manual (Page 164)

164 Starting and driving
The ESP ® indicator light
The indicator light on the main instru-
ment 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.
The ESP ® OFF-indicator light
The light on the main instrument comes
on if:
• A fault has been detected and the system
has therefore been switched off.
• The system has been switched off manu-
ally.
When the ignition key is turned to the ON
position, the lamp is lit for about four sec-
onds while the system undergoes a
self-test.
Temporarily turning the ESP ®
system 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
®
system is always operative
during braking, even if it has been switched
off manually.
NOTE
Suspension modifications, such as
changing the type of wheels, dampers or
springs, can affect the function of the
ESP
®
system.
Always consult a workshop before chang-
ing any suspension components. We rec-
ommend that you contact an authorized
Saab dealer.
IB4475
ESP
®
button
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