A6 V8 power

[drumstick]

I am new to this car and have been driving quite reservedly. No I am getting used to handling and power I have tried seeing what the car is capable of. When I put my foot down and give it some the ESP and ABS lights come on the dash board. Is this normal or should I get a diagnostic check on it. Can any one help?

[cruiser647]

Sounds about right - ESP and ABS lights on. You are shoving 300+BHP through it. It's bounds to chirp the tyres a bit. Especially if it damp.

Turn the ESP off and see what happens (in a controlled area though and be careful when you do!!)

[Chick]

check your tyres too, used to only get this "problem" when tyres reaching minimum legal levels!

[drumstick]

Thanks for the info. Tyres Have plenty of tread left on them. Will knock off the ESP and have a play with it. Will report back soon. Cheers

[drumstick]

Hi there, lights are still coming on. Turned off ESP and booted it, abs came on not flashing at about 4700 rpm and goes out as I slow down, just the same as when ESP is on. Some guy recons I should reset the ecu by disconnecting the batt terminals and touching the - and + leads together for about 10 mins

Any one got any ideas about doing this

[PsYcHe]

Don't know if I'd do it that way. Have you got access to anyone with VAG-COM. You might have a dodgy ABS sensor or issue elsewhere.

[drumstick]

I don't have access to a vagcom, and am a bit hesitant to follow to instructions that I posted earlier just invade I f**k something up. Come on someone help me out... Please