On the 4X4 does the ESC Off light turn ON when in Sports Mode?
Just so that we are all talking the same language as I may be at cross hairs on this..
What I am referring to as being switched off in Sport mode is the All Wheel Drive function and you only get 2 wheel drive, the AWD function is automatic in the Auto and Traction modes.
If this is the ESC then we are talking the same language.
Spot on; unless you're a pro driver on a track or closed road the only thing ESC does is make you safer, keep you in control and by default quicker... you're deluded if you think otherwise... even in the pro scenario ESC and its equivalent actually makes drivers faster and keeps them in control for longer if deployed, hence limitations to how much electronics moto GP bikes, F1 cars, Touring Cars etc. are allowed to use... no idea why you'd want to turn it off.ESC Electronic stability control. Also known as ESP - Electronic Stability Program.
Motion sensors detect if the car is moving in a different direction than requested, comparing where it is going against steering input. As the car direction varies by too much, individual brakes are operated to bring it into line. Engine power can also be reduced.
Very clever, very effective.
A video from Bosch, worth watching.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOwkwrM10hk
This one takes a couple of minutes to get there, but worth sticking with. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3m24bjkfg0
I recently had the opportunity to try a car (on an airfield) with special covers on the tyres, giving almost no grip. With ESC operating, it was a bit scruffy, but drivable. With ESC off, the car was uncontrollable, even at walking pace.
Oh dear, I know this is click bait territory... but honestly... "proper drivers"?it was only a question proper drivers will understand why cheers