Hyundai Genesis: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / Indicator lights

When the Engine Start/Stop button is pressed to the ON position, the ESC indicator light illuminates, then goes off if the ESC system is operating normally.

The ESC indicator light blinks whenever the ESC is operating.

If ESC indicator light stays on, your vehicle may have a malfunction with the ESC system. When this warning light illuminates have your vehicle checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer as soon as possible.

The ESC OFF indicator light comes on when the ESC is turned off from the User Settings Mode.

WARNING

When the ESC is blinking, this indicates the ESC is active:

Drive slowly and NEVER attempt to accelerate. NEVER turn the ESC off while the ESC indicator light is blinking or you may lose control of the vehicle resulting in an accident.

CAUTION

Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may cause the ESC system to malfunction. When replacing tires, make sure they are the same size as your original tires for this vehicle.

ESC operation
ESC ON condition When the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position, the ESC and the ESC OFF indicator lights illuminate for approximately three seconds and goes off, then the ESC is tur ...

ESC OFF usage
When Driving The ESC OFF mode should only be used briefly to help free the vehicle if stuck in snow or mud by temporarily stopping operation of the ESC to maintain wheel torque. To turn ESC ...

Other information:

Hyundai Genesis (DH) 2013-2016 Owners Manual: Reverse parking aid function


When you move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position, the outside rearview mirror(s) will rotate downwards to aid with driving in reverse. The position of the outside rearview mirror switch (1) determines whether or not the mirrors will move: Left/Right : When either the L (Left) ...

Hyundai Genesis (DH) 2013-2016 Service Manual: ESC Control Unit Repair procedures


Removal 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the Engine room fuse & relay box (B) after removing the cover (A). 3. Disconnect the brake tubes (A) from the HECU by unlocking the nuts counterclockwise with a wrench. Tightening torque : ...

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