Where is the Traction Control Switch Located?

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Leslie
07/29/25 11:22am
The traction control system switch is located near the vehicle's gear lever. Below is relevant information about the traction control system: 1. ESP System: The ESP system is essentially a type of traction control system. Compared to other traction control systems, ESP not only controls the drive wheels but also the driven wheels. For example, in rear-wheel-drive vehicles that often experience oversteer, where the rear wheels lose control and cause the tail to slide out, the ESP will brake the outer front wheel to stabilize the vehicle. In cases of understeer, to correct the tracking direction, the ESP will brake the inner rear wheel to adjust the driving direction. 2. Function: The ESP system is a crucial system in a vehicle, typically supporting the functions of ABS and ASR. It analyzes information about the vehicle's driving state from various sensors and then issues correction commands to ABS and ASR to help maintain dynamic balance. ESP ensures optimal stability under various conditions, with particularly noticeable effects in situations of oversteer or understeer. ESP generally requires the installation of steering sensors, wheel sensors, skid sensors, and lateral acceleration sensors.
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