I believe it works with both brakes and throttle. Mine ('06 Cooper)
works pretty well -- subtle but effective -- on any loss of traction
while the car is in motion, but not so well in a standing start on
packed snow or ice. In situations where I am perfectly able to make a
smooth start on my own, this thing applies the brakes. These
unexpected jerks are startling and annoying. I have the optional
system that addresses cornering skids in addition to straight-line
traction loss, and I think it's worthwhile overall. I wish I could
turn off just the part that gives unwanted assistance when I
accelerate from a stop.
"El Gordo" <gord@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>Hi,
>
>I was just wondering what the ASC uses to control the car. Does it cut
back
>on the throttle, or does it apply the brakes?
>
>With winter driving here in Canada, the ASC kicks in a lot. If it's
using
>the brakes then I think I'd want to turn it off on those extra slippery
>days.
>
>Thanks for any info.
>
>'05 Cooper S, if it makes any difference.
>
John Craig
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