Jaguar X-Type JJM 21 02 20/15 - Manual (Page 96)

4-40 On the road
Dynamic stability
control (DSC)
DSC is operational whenever the engine
is running, unless it has been switched
off. If the system is operating, the warning
light in the instrument cluster will flash.
The DSC system controls the anti-lock
braking system (ABS), traction control
and yaw control of the vehicle.
Yaw control determines the vehicle’s
direction relative to the driver’s inputs
(sideslip and under/oversteer). It applies
braking pressure to individual wheels if
excessive variation is detected. This
ensures that the vehicle follows the
driver’s intended direction of travel.
The system will intervene to prevent
wheel spin, by automatically reducing the
power output from the engine and
applying braking to individual wheels.
This improves acceleration, particularly
on surfaces with uneven friction, for
example, one wheel on ice the other on
tarmac.
The dynamic stability control system can
be switched OFF by pressing the switch
on the centre console. The warning light
in the instrument cluster will remain on
and, if fitted, a message will be shown to
indicate that the system has been
switched OFF. If the switch is pressed
again the system will switch ON.
Note: If cruise control is engaged it will
automatically disengage if stability control
activates.
If a message centre is fitted, a system
malfunction is indicated by the message:
STABILITY CONTROL FAULT
Warning light: Amber
For all vehicles, the instrument cluster
warning light will be lit.
It is safe to drive the vehicle but the
system may not activate under wheel spin
or slide conditions. Report the fault to a
Jaguar Dealer as soon as possible.
!
WARNING:
1. The fact that the vehicle is fitted
with Stability Control must never
allow the driver to be tempted
into taking risks which could
affect his/her safety or that of other
road users. In all cases it remains
the driver’s responsibility to drive
safely according to the prevailing
conditions.
2. It is recommended that when
using snow chains, DSC should be
switched OFF.