STEER CONTROL

The steering assistant STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilization.

This steering assistance is provided in particular if:
- both right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or slippery road surface when you brake
- the vehicle starts to skid
You have control over the steering at all times.

If the ESP® is malfunctioning, you will not WARNING
If the ESP® is malfunctioning, you will not receive steering assistance from the STEER CONTROL. The power steering function, however, remains available.

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