Hyundai Elantra: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / ESC OFF usage
When Driving
The ESC OFF mode should only be used briefly to help free the vehicle if stuck in snow or mud by temporarily stopping operation of the ESC to maintain wheel torque.
To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving on a flat road surface.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the transmission:
- Do not allow wheel(s) of one axle to spin excessively while the ESC, ABS, and parking brake warning lights are displayed. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel(s) excessively while these lights are displayed.
- When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, make sure the ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light illuminated).
Information
Turning the ESC off does not affect ABS or standard brake system operation.
Indicator lights
When the ignition switch is placed to the ON position, the ESC indicator light
illuminates, then goes off if the ESC system is operating normally.
The ESC indicator light blinks whenever the ESC ...
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
The Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) is a function of the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) system. It helps ensure the vehicle stays stable when accelerating
or braking suddenly on wet, slippe ...
Other information:
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual: ESC OFF Switch Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad")
3.
Remove the side crash pad switch.
4.
Disconnect the ESC OFF switch connector.
5.
Check the continuity between the switch termi ...
Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual: Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Auto light sensor2. Head lamps3. Lighting switch (Auto)4. Tail lamps5. BCM (Body Control Module)
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