VW Beetle ESP Light?

Question

At the weekend i was just driving along in my new car and the ESP light came on my dashboard. After i got home and turned my car off. Later that day i started up my car to go out and the light was off and did not return on until yesterday. It seems restarting the engine clears the light.The light seems to only appear when i brake though, or at least i think. Can anyone help!?!? i have no idea whats going on and if its dangerous for me to be driving my car?? Thanks

Answer 1

ESP is electronic stability control. It comes on when and flashes when it is engaged. It is suppose to assist you in keeping control of your car when sliding. If the light comes on and stays on I would get it scanned. Better to err on the side of caution. No it's a danger to drive you just won't have the ESP to assist you.

Answer 2

i choose the speedier beetle. would desire to quicker off the commencing up than the supercharged Mini which felt like i became going to get hit while getting into an intersection because of the fact it only did no longer look to get going quickly sufficient. Mini additionally has plenty greater street noise than the Beetle. I went out with the reason on procuring the Mini yet offered the Beetle day after today.

Answer 3

This sounds like a faultly brake switch, it sends a signal to the engine ecu as well as putting on the brake lights. common fault on vw

Answer 4

the esp system is part of the abs system which have several sensors use to monitor traction and stopping . the computer identifies open circuits and shorted circuits which cause malfunction lights to illuminate . take car in for repair

Answer 5

I don't think it will hurt anything. It's like traction control.

Answer 6

Call the VW dealership, they should be able to look it up........good luck with your VW!!