ESC Function/Warning Lamp (ESC System)

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The ESC function/warning lamp indicates the self-test and failure status of the ESC.

The ESC function/warning lamp is turned on under the following conditions:

During the initialization phase after IGN ON (continuously for 3 seconds).
When the ESC function is inhibited by system failure.
When the ESC control is operating. (Blinking - 2Hz)
During diagnostic mode.(Except standard mode)
Cluster lamp is ON when communication is impossible with CAN module.