DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL
(DSC)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
is unable to compensate for driver
misjudgement. It remains the
driver's responsibility to drive
with due care and attention, in a
manner which is safe for the
vehicle, its occupants and other
road users.
In extremely low temperatures
below -20°C, vehicles may initially
have reduced stability and
braking performance. In these
conditions, drive with extra
caution.
DSC is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations. The system
controls dynamic stability when
accelerating and when starting from a
standstill. Additionally, it identifies
unstable driving behaviour, such as
understeer and oversteer and helps to
keep the vehicle under control by
manipulating the engine output and
applying the brakes at individual wheels.
Some noise may be generated when the
brakes are applied.
SWITCHING DSC OFF
Safety may be reduced by
inappropriately disabling Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC). In the
majority of driving situations, and
particularly on-road, it is
recommended that DSC is not
disabled.
DSC must be switched off when
traction devices are fitted.
In some driving conditions it may be
appropriate to disable DSC to improve
traction. These conditions include:
• Rocking the vehicle out of a hollow or
deep rut.
• Pulling away in deep snow, or when
on a loose surface.
• Driving through deep sand or mud.
To disable DSC, press and briefly hold the
DSC OFF button. A chime will sound and
the Message centre will temporarily
display DSC OFF to confirm. The DSC
OFF warning lamp will illuminate. See 56,
DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)
OFF (AMBER). Deactivating DSC also
reduces the level of Electronic Traction
Control (ETC) intervention and may lead
to an increase in wheel spin.
SWITCHING DSC ON
Note: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is
enabled automatically at the start of each
ignition cycle.
To switch DSC on, press and release the
DSC OFF button. The Message centre will
temporarily display DSC ON to confirm.
The DSC OFF warning lamp will also
extinguish. See 56, DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (DSC) OFF (AMBER).
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