Electronic stability control (esc) – Dodge 2015 Charger-SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The
BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those re-
sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on
very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa-
bilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner that
could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

This system enhances directional control and stability of

the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC

corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle

by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine

power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the

condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle

maintain the desired path.
The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path

that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares

it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path

does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the

brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting

the condition of oversteer or understeer.

• Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

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