Not sure which footpedal procedure may (or may not?) apply to your model. Some involve counting flashes, other tell you the codes direct. Try following youtube.com/wat…9Hg or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5opDq2QjQo
Alternatively, a small bluetooth device can be plugged into a socket (typically) near the handbrake area, then the fault codes read via the Android app.
Random example of bluetooth device at £3.99 delivered 1st class inc windows software: ebay.co.uk/itm…476
Random Android app Torque play.google.com/sto…ree
A warning sign on your car’s dashboard is something which fills every driver with dread. The immediate fear is that something important has snapped,, which will inevitably cost hundreds if not thousands to repair. Of course, most of the time this isn’t the case, with whatever is at fault being easily repaired by a mechanic.
What does service ESP mean?
ESP refers to the ‘Electronic Stability Programme’, which helps to keep your car more stable when you’re driving along slippery roads. It can be understood as a form of traction control. Mandatory on all cars sold within the EU after 2014, having ESP fitted on your drastically reduces your chances of being in a road-traffic accident.
If service ESP is appearing on your Vauxhall Astra (or other Vauxhall car), this means that your ESP system is malfunctioning or has switched off. You’ll need to have this seen to by a mechanic – failing to do so will increase your risk of being in an accident.
My car is juddering and service ESP is showing – What does this mean?
If you’re noticing that your car is less stable on the roads and service ESP is showing, then your traction control has stopped working and your car has become less safe to drive. You should contact a mechanic as soon as possible. Take particular care when driving on wet or icy roads, as your car will be particularly vulnerable to sliding on these surfaces.