Should the Vehicle Stability System Be Turned Off in Rainy Weather?

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Do not turn off the Vehicle Stability System in rainy weather. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is a general term for systems or programs designed to enhance vehicle handling performance while effectively preventing loss of control when the vehicle reaches its dynamic limits. The ESP improves vehicle safety and handling by analyzing information from various sensors about the vehicle's driving state and then issuing corrective instructions to systems such as ABS and EBD to help maintain dynamic balance. There are a few situations where the ESP can be turned off: 1. When the vehicle is stuck in mud or sand during off-roading: When the vehicle is climbing out of mud, the speed difference between the wheels can be significant. In this case, the ESP activates, and engine torque is continuously consumed by the wheels with less rolling resistance, while the ESP also limits engine RPM. Even if you press the accelerator hard, it may still be difficult to get out. Turning off the ESP in this situation can make it easier to escape. 2. When engaging in aggressive driving such as drifting: During drifting, the speed difference between the left and right wheels can be very large. If the ESP intervenes, it may be difficult to achieve the desired aggressive driving experience. Turning off the ESP makes it easier to perform smooth maneuvers. 3. When snow chains are installed on the vehicle: With snow chains installed, detection signals from sensors such as wheel speed sensors and lateral acceleration sensors may become inaccurate, affecting the normal operation of the ESP system. The ESP might continuously intervene or trigger fault codes, making it better to turn it off.