manual audi r8 i 1 owners manual page 135

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document_0900452a816e6cc9.book Seite 133 Mittwoch, 21. Februar 2007 1:32 13 Intelligent technology 133 Switching off the ESP and traction control system WARNING (continued) (ASR) To switch off the ASR and ESP in certain situations (e.g. when • When accelerating on a uniformly slippery surface (for instance driving with snow chains, in deep snow, or on a loose surface, or all four wheels on ice or snow), press the accelerator gradually and when rocking the car backwards and forwards to free it from mud) carefully. The driven wheels may otherwise start to spin (in spite press the ESP button for longer than 3 seconds. The ESP warning of the EDL), which would impair the car's stability and could lead lamp will light up and the message ESP switched off will appear in to an accident. the driver information system display. You should only use this • Please note that, when the traction control system (ASR) or feature if your driving ability and traffic conditions allow you to do ASR/ESP is switched off, the driven wheels may start to spin, so safely. causing the vehicle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or wet Switching on the ESP/traction control system (ASR) roads - danger of skidding! To activate the ASR/ESP, press the ESP button again. Overheating of the brakes Note To prevent the disc brake of a braked wheel from overheating, the • In the event of a malfunction in the rear spoiler system or in the EDL cuts out automatically on the wh eel in question if subjected to Audi magnetic ride, it may not be possible to switch off the traction excessive loads. The car remains operational and will behave in the control system (ASR) or ASR/ESP, or the ASR/ESP may be reactivated same way as a car without EDL. automatically from the deactivated status. • If a malfunction should occur in the EDL, this is indicated by a The EDL will switch on again automatically when the brake has warning lamp ⇒page 19. cooled down. • Some racing circuits (e.g. with banked curves) can affect the behaviour of the ESP. WARNING • The grip provided by the ESP, ABS, EDL and ASR systems is still subject to the physical limits of adhesion. Always bear this in mind, especially on wet or slippery roads. If you notice the systems cutting in, you should r educe your speed immediately to suit the road and traffic conditions. Do not let the extra safety features tempt you into taking any risks when driving – this can cause accidents. • Please remember that the accident risk always increases if you drive too fast, especially in corners or on a slippery road, or if you follow too close behind the vehicle in front of you. Please bear in mind that even ESP, ABS, EDL and ASR cannot compensate for the increased accident risk. Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data

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