What does the 'OFF' in a car mean?
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In cars, 'OFF' primarily refers to ESP OFF. ESP stands for Electronic Stability Program, which is an active safety device designed to prevent the vehicle from skidding or losing control. If the ESP OFF light illuminates on your car's dashboard, it indicates that the vehicle's stability control system is either turned off or malfunctioning. Here is some relevant information about the ESP system: 1. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is a general term for systems or programs aimed at improving vehicle handling performance while effectively preventing loss of control when the car reaches its dynamic limits. The electronic stability program enhances vehicle safety and handling. 2. If you accidentally press the ESP OFF button in the car, you can simply press it again briefly to reactivate the ESP. However, if the ESP OFF light comes on due to a system malfunction, it is necessary to promptly take the car to a 4S shop for inspection and repair. There are many reasons why the warning light may illuminate, such as wiring faults, sensor damage, incorrect signals from the electronic control unit, or a weak battery.