Honda CR-V: Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
System / VSA® Operation
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic system. You will also see the
indicator blink.

VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns
more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery
surfaces...
This button is on the driver side control panel.
To partially disable VSA® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
Your vehicle will have normal braking and
cornering ability, but traction control function
will be less effective...
Other information:
Pressing the (windshield
defroster) button
turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.
Press the button again to turn
off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving...
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn
the
steering wheel, and helps support the vehicle’s stability and performance during
cornering.
The agile handling assist cannot enhance stability in
all driving situations...