Dodge 2005 Sprinter Cab & Chassis Automobile User Manual


 
166 STARTING AND OPERATING
Acceleration Skid Control (ASR) Warning Lamp
and Electronic Stability Program (ESP)* if
equipped
When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
warning lamp v in the speedometer will light up
for about 2 seconds. It must go out when the engine is
running.
The warning lamp v flashes when:
The ASR or ESP is activated.
The drive wheels spin with the ASR shut off.
*
2500 type vehicles only
The warning lamp v lights up when the ASR is
shut off.
Deactivate the acceleration skid control, refer to
"Deactivating Acceleration Skid Control (ASR)".
WARNING!
If the warning lamp v in the speedometer
lights up or flashes:
Do not deactivate the acceleration skid control
(ASR)
.
• Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as
necessary when pulling away.
• Ease off on the accelerator pedal when driving at
a steady speed.
• Adapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road, traffic and weather conditions.
Failure to heed these warnings could cause the
vehicle to enter a skid and may result in an
accident.