Electronic Stability Control symbols and messages

A number of symbols and messages related to Electronic Stability Control (ESC1) may be displayed in the instrument panel.

Some examples of symbols and messages are shown in the table below.

SymbolMessageMeaning
P5-1507 Symbol ESC
Steady glow for approx. 2 seconds.System check when the engine is started.
P5-1507 Symbol ESC
Flashing light.The system is actively operating.
P5-1507 Symbol ESC sport
Steady glow.

Sport mode is activated.

Note: The system is not deactivated in this mode, but has partially reduced functionality.

P5-1507 Symbol ESC

ESC

Temporarily off

The system's functionality has been temporarily reduced due to high brake system temperatures. The function will be automatically reactivated when the brakes have cooled.

See the message in the instrument panel.

P5-1507 Symbol ESC

ESC

Service required

The system is not functioning properly.
  • Stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine and then restart it.

A text message can be erased by briefly pressing the P5–1507–Symbol-OK button button in the center of the right-side steering wheel keypad.

If the message persists: Contact a workshop ‒ an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

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