How to Turn On/Off the Vios Vehicle Stability Control System?
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The Vios vehicle stability control system can be turned on by pressing the ESP ON button and turned off by pressing the ESC OFF button. The Vios is a compact car under Toyota, with body dimensions of 4435mm in length, 1700mm in width, and 1490mm in height, a wheelbase of 2550mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 42 liters. It features a 4-door, 5-seater sedan body structure. The Vios is equipped with a 1.5L 110-horsepower L4 naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 81kW and a maximum torque of 138Nm. Its suspension system consists of a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension.
Turning the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system on and off in the Toyota Vios is quite straightforward. Having driven this car many times, I can tell you that the system is called VSC, and the button is usually located below the steering wheel or on the side of the center console, labeled 'VSC OFF'. Simply press that button, and a small light or 'OFF' will appear on the dashboard, indicating the system is deactivated. To turn it back on, just press the button again until the light goes off. Remember, it's safest to keep it on while driving normally because VSC automatically detects wheel slip, such as helping you brake to avoid skidding when turning on rainy days. Only turn it off in special situations, like when you're stuck in mud or snow, as deactivating it allows the rear wheels to spin more freely, making it easier to get out. But remember to turn it back on immediately after getting unstuck. If you can't find the button, check the owner's manual to confirm its location. Make it a habit to rarely turn it off—keeping you and your passengers safe is no small matter.