Land Rover Defender: Dynamic stability control (DSC) safety

Make sure the following warnings have been read and fully understood before driving the vehicle. Failure to follow the guidance could result in vehicle damage, serious injury, or death.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) does not compensate for driver error or misjudgement. The vehicle should be driven with due care and attention at all times. Always drive in a manner that is safe for the vehicle, its occupants, and other road users. Failure to do so can potentially result in a loss of control of the vehicle.

The vehicle may initially have reduced stability and braking performance in extremely low temperatures. In these conditions, drive with extra caution.

DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) OVERVIEW

Make sure the relevant safety warnings have been read and understood before driving the vehicle.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) helps maintain the vehicle's stability in critical driving situations, e.g., during unstable driving conditions such as understeer and oversteer. If required, DSC controls the engine's power output and applies the brakes at individual wheels.

Note: Noise from the braking system may be heard during DSC operation.

DSC may also activate if wheel spin is detected, to help improve the vehicle's acceleration performance.

DSC automatically enables when the vehicle's ignition is switched on. To switch DSC off, press and briefly hold the DSC OFF button.

DCS works in conjunction with the terrain response system. When operational, the terrain response system automatically adjusts DSC to suit the current driving program selection.

The amber DSC lamp flashes in the instrument panel when DSC is active.

The amber DSC lamp illuminates permanently if the system develops a fault.

Consult a retailer/authorized repairer if the fault persists.

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