Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 2023 Owners Manual
8.32. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system
The Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the ESP system helps to perform the following functions.
Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on the same axle.
Controls brake pressure and traction motor output to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle speed (traction control function).
Controls brake pressure at individual wheels and traction motor output to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle in the following conditions:
understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the steered path despite increased steering input)
oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving conditions).
The ESP system can help the driver to maintain control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of vehicle control in all driving situations.
When the ESP system operates, the slip indicator light 
in the instrument panel flashes so note the following:
The road may be slippery or the system may determine some action is required to help keep the vehicle on the steered path.
You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise or vibration from under the bonnet. This is normal and indicates that the ESP system is working properly.
Adjust your speed and driving to the road conditions.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the slip indicator light illuminates in the instrument panel. The ESP system automatically turns off.
The vehicle information display is used to turn off the ESP system. The ESP off indicator 
illuminates to indicate the ESP system is off. When the ESP system is turned off, the ESP system still operates to prevent one drive wheel from slipping by transferring power to a non slipping drive wheel. The slip indicator light flashes if this occurs. All other ESP functions are off, and the slip indicator light ${2} will not flash. The ESP system is automatically reset to on when the power switch is placed in the off position then back to the on position.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the e-POWER system and move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and is not an indication of a malfunction.
The ESP system is designed to help improve driving stability but does not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or by careless or dangerous driving techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and be especially careful when driving and cornering on slippery surfaces and always drive carefully.
Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If suspension parts such as shock absorbers, struts, springs, stabiliser bars, bushings and wheels are not NISSAN recommended for your vehicle or are extremely deteriorated, the ESP system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle handling performance, and the slip indicator light
may illuminate.If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and callipers are not NISSAN recommended or are extremely deteriorated, the ESP system may not operate properly and the slip indicator light
may illuminate.If traction motor control related parts are not NISSAN recommended or are extremely deteriorated, the slip indicator light
may illuminate.When driving on extremely inclined surfaces such as higher banked corners, the ESP system may not operate properly and the slip indicator light
may illuminate. Do not drive on these types of roads.When driving on an unstable surface such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the slip indicator light
may illuminate. This is not a malfunction. Restart the e-POWER system after driving onto a stable surface.If wheels or tyres other than the NISSAN recommended ones are used, the ESP system may not operate properly and the slip indicator light
may illuminate.The ESP system is not a substitute for winter tyres or tyre chains on a snow covered road.