What is the function of the 'off' button on the Audi driver's door?
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The 'off' button on the Audi driver's door is the deactivation switch for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which is enabled by default. Pressing and holding this button will turn it off. To prevent theft, Audi vehicles are equipped with numerous anti-theft systems. Once the owner locks the doors after exiting the vehicle, these systems automatically activate. If someone attempts to forcibly open the door, an alarm will immediately sound to draw attention. Here are the specific details: 1. On the Audi driver's door, 'OFF' stands for deactivation, while 'ON' means activation. The 'OFF' light primarily refers to ESP-OFF, where ESP denotes the Electronic Stability Control system—an active safety feature designed to prevent the vehicle from skidding or losing control. 2. If the ESP-OFF light on the dashboard illuminates, it indicates that the vehicle's stability control system is either deactivated or malfunctioning. When the speed difference between the left and right wheels exceeds the threshold set by the system, the computer interprets this as skidding or loss of control. It then applies individual wheel braking and reduces engine torque to manage and prevent skidding or loss of control. 3. Additionally, the 'OFF' button typically integrates other systems such as ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation), and TCS (Traction Control System).
