How to Turn Off ESP in Volkswagen Golf?
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Press the one-touch start button to start the vehicle's engine, then locate the anti-slip system switch on the left side of the steering wheel and press it. Press the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) button, as ESP is the highest form of the anti-skid system. ESP is generally enabled by default in vehicles and does not require manual activation. After completing the ESP deactivation, if you need to leave the vehicle, remember to turn off the car's power to prevent battery drain.
I've been driving a Volkswagen Golf for several years and usually never turn off the ESP. But that time on a muddy country road, it kept intervening, making the car jerk like it had a spasm, so I looked into it. The way to turn it off is: first turn the key to start the car, then glance around the center console area to find a button labeled 'ESP' or with a little car skidding symbol, and press it lightly. At this point, the dashboard will display 'ESP OFF,' along with a beep to remind you. However, I must warn you—never keep it turned off for daily driving. ESP is designed to prevent skidding and loss of control, like saving your life during high-speed turns in the rain. That time, I tried turning it off and the car handled muddy pits much smoother, but I turned it back on right after—safety first, especially in city traffic jams. The Golf's design is quite user-friendly, with the button placed conveniently, unlike some cars where you have to dig through menus to find it. Remember, driving slowly in special road conditions is key—otherwise, you might regret it if you flip over.
