Jeep WRANGLER 2020 Owner's Manual page 154

152 SAFETY
ESC On
"ESC On" is the normal operating mode for the
ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC
system will be in this mode. This mode should
be used for most driving conditions. Alternate
ESC modes should only be used for specific
reasons as noted in the following paragraphs.
Partial Off
The "Partial Off" mode is intended for times when
a more spirited driving experience is desired. This
mode may modify TCS and ESC thresholds for
activation, which allows for more wheel spin than
normally allowed. This mode may be useful if the
vehicle becomes stuck.
To enter the "Partial Off" mode, momentarily
push the "ESC OFF" switch and the "ESC Off
Indicator Light" will illuminate. To turn the ESC on
again, momentarily push the "ESC OFF" switch
and the "ESC Off Indicator Light" will turn off.
NOTE:
For vehicles with multiple partial ESC modes, a
momentary button push will toggle the ESC
mode. Multiple momentary button pushes may
be required to return to "ESC On" mode.
WARNING!
When in "Partial Off" mode, the TCS func-
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tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip
feature described in the TCS section), has
been disabled and the "ESC Off Indicator
Light" will be illuminated. When in "Partial
Off" mode, the engine power reduction
feature of TCS is disabled, and the
enhanced vehicle stability offered by the
ESC system is reduced.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when
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the ESC system is in the "Partial Off" mode.
Full Off — If Equipped
The "Full Off" mode is intended for off-highway
or off-road use only and should not be used on
any public roadways. In this mode, TCS and ESC
features are turned off. To enter the "Full Off"
mode, push and hold the "ESC OFF" switch for
five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with
the engine running. After five seconds, a chime
will sound, the "ESC Off Indicator Light" will
illuminate, and the "ESC Off" message will
display in the instrument cluster. To turn ESC on
again, momentarily push the "ESC OFF" switch.
NOTE:
System may switch from ESC "Full Off" to
"Partial Off" mode when vehicle exceeds a
predetermined speed. When the vehicle speed
slows below the predetermined speed the
system will return to ESC "Full Off".
ESC modes may also be affected by drive
modes (if equipped).
WARNING!
In the ESC "Full Off" mode, the engine torque
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reduction and stability features are disabled.
Therefore, enhanced vehicle stability offered
by the ESC system is unavailable. In an emer-
gency evasive maneuver, the ESC system will
not engage to assist in maintaining stability.
ESC "Full Off" mode is intended for
off-highway or off-road use only.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it
increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all
accidents, including those resulting from
excessive speed in turns, driving on very
slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also
cannot prevent collisions.