Audi Q8 e-tron 2024 - Page 114

Driving dynamic
Switching off ESC
For a more active control of the vehicle where the
stabilizing functions of the ESC cannot intervene,
the ESC can be switched off.
~To switch off the ESC, press and hold the 80%
button for more than three seconds. The [i
and Rd indicator lights turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
lights turn off.
—When the ESC is switched off or limited,
there will be no vehicle stabilization or it
will be limited. The driving wheels could
spin and the vehicle could swerve, especially
on slick or slippery road surfaces. When
there is a heavy vehicle load and sudden
driving maneuvers, it may not be possible to
prevent the vehicle from tipping under cer-
tain circumstances, which increases the risk
of
an accident.
— Because of the increased risk of an accident,
only drive with the ESC switched off or limit-
ed when it is necessary. Reactivate the ESC
as soon as possible.
— If you select the Audi drive select* offroad
mode, hill descent assist will switch on.
~ If the ESC is limited, switched off, or mal-
functioning, systems with an automatic
braking intervention function may not be
fully
available.
— If malfunctions occur in other systems or
certain driver assist systems are active, the
ESC must be switched on by the system. The
ESC may switch on automatically and can-
not
be operated with the button.
Messages
The following messages may appear depending
on the vehicle equipment:
EAI BD stabitization control (ESC/
ABS): malfunction! See owner's manual
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There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This al-
so causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still
function with their normal power, but ABS is not
active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
Other indicator lights
1f EJ blinks while driving, the ESC is actively reg-
ulating. Operating noises may occur. If the indica-
tor light stays on, the ESC has been switched off
due to system needs. The indicator light turns off
when the system is fully functional.
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