Have a question about the codes though for you guys.
So the ESP is on, and I encountered that when I had MAF troubles back in the day so I know it is that. When I hit the ESP button, let’s say to launch, am I actually deactivating the ESP? The light stays on whether I press it or not
Also, I am really hoping to get the car to the track this Friday and put up some good numbers. Will these codes hinder the cars performance or will it be okay?
Zingo_310
I started a new post for you to better help this situation for you. This will allow the technical guys that are here to help as well as the other members see this post
I looked down and said how ironic? Wait, that’s me? Lol
Thanks G-man
I think there is a problem if your ESP light is permanently on. Do you have VAGCOM? Can you scan your Engine and ABS modules for trouble codes?
Under normal operation the ESP light is off. When you press the ESP button it turns the light on, meaning that ESP is disabled.
My ESP light is on because of the MAF readings. As I told Count, when I had MAF troubles back in the day the ESP light would come on. I know this is the problem because of that, and when I descreened the MAF the cel and ESP light came on together in succession.
My question is will it hinder performance with these codes and am I actually disengaging the ESP when I press it though there is no feedback?
Zingo can you get us the codes. The ESP Is going to hinder the car to a point if the light isn’t coming off. You might be getting a ESP light due to the MAF not being plugged in all the way.
I agree its a MAF issue, I still think its not going to be due to the screen removal. If you can get codes let me know and post them here. We will help you work through this.
Don’t have the 2 codes off hand but I do remember what they are.
There are only 2 codes and they are for signal too high, and signal too low for MAF readings. It happened immediately after removing the screen on the MAF.
Does turning off esp (on a stock 3.0q) even offer any performance advantages?
I think so, because without it off I don’t think the car will allow you to loose traction. At least thats what I always thought is there anyone that can confirm this?
quote from audiusa.com:
[quote]The Electronic Stability Control helps make the vehicle easier to control in handling situations close to the limit. It reduces the danger of swerving and thus improves directional stability. Electronic Stability identifies the car’s intended direction and response. It applies the brakes on individual wheels, thereby generating one-sided forces that help to keep the car moving in the desired direction. The program uses the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), the Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) and the Traction control (ASR) system, and is permanently active.
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If you are driving the car hard, i.e. on a track, then definitely turn off ESP because it will just mess you up.
In dry street-driving conditions, it’s very hard to push these cars hard enough to activate ESP unless you’re driving like a jackass, on crappy tires, or both.
When driving in adverse road conditions such as rain, snow, dirt/gravel, etc. the benefits of ESP can quickly be seen if you push the car hard enough.
I’ve had an interesting experience with ESP and I definitely believe in it. I was driving in very heavy rain on some tires that were nearing the end of their useful tread depth. At a “fast” speed on an empty highway I pushed the car into a hydroplane. The hydroplane only lasted about one second before ESP kicked in. It reduced throttle, turned the steering a tiny amount, and applied the right amount of brakes for me all at the same time and the car returned to perfectly stable conditions.
edit: Anyone know if the steering wheel movement was actually performed by ESP or was that a result of the targeted braking?
It is definitely some amazing tech when situations like that arise
Thanks for the feedback regarding esp performance! I’ll def think twice about turning it off in adverse road conditions…
Just for the record. I am a dumb ass.
MAF wasnt secure and not plugged in all the way.
Plugged in now, no codes and is running like a champ!
epic facepalm
I’m pretty sure that there is no car that will take control of your vehicle in any situation, (except for parallel parking) … of course I could be wrong, so I too would like confirmation of this.
Its good to know we have smart tech people on this site.
And the issue was
Did you notice a performance difference with the maf plugged in VS it unplugged
The car runs a lot smoother. Start up, shifting, everything is smoother.
When it was unplugged shifting from reverse to drive felt like the tranny dropped out. Now, Smoother than stock