Is the ESP light on or off?

[Elliot]

When the ESP light is on, it means the system is off. The light is off when ESP is active. When ESP is functioning, the ESP indicator on the dashboard will flash, and the brakes may vibrate noticeably. Normally, ESP remains active by default. ESP stands for Electronic Stability Program, a vehicle stability control system that assists in handling issues during driving, which is why it should generally be kept on. The role of ESP is to automatically intervene and correct the vehicle's handling when the driver exceeds safe driving limits. The system controls the vehicle's movement in two ways: 1. By reducing throttle input to decrease engine power and slow down the vehicle; 2. By applying brakes to specific wheels to bring the vehicle's speed back within safe limits.