Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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All 4 wheels must be equipped with identical tires in order for ESC and ASR to work
properly. Differences in the tread circumference of the tires can cause the system to
reduce the engine power when it is not expected.
If ABS is not working, ESC, ASR, and EDL will also not work.
You may hear noises when these systems are active.
The effectiveness of ESC can be significantly reduced if other
components and systems that affect vehicle dynamics, including
but not limited to brakes, tires, and other systems mentioned
above, are not properly maintained or functioning.
Always remember that vehicle alterations or modifications can
affect the functioning of the ABS, BAS, ASR, EDL, and ESC
systems.
Changing the vehicle suspension or using an unapproved
tire/wheel combination can change the way the ABS, BAS,
ASR, EDL, and ESC systems work and reduce their
effectiveness.
The effectiveness of ESC is also determined by the tires fitted
→ Tires and wheels .
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