Dodge 2007 KA Nitro Owner's Manual page 133

Dodge 2007 nitro automobile owner's manual
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ESP On
This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 2WD, 4WD
Part Time, 4WD Full Time, and on 2WD vehicles. When-
ever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this
mode. This mode should be used for most all driving
situations. ESP should only be turned off for specific
reasons as noted below.
Partial Off
This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the
"ESP OFF" switch (located in the center stack lower
switch bank). When in "Partial Off" mode, the TCS
portion of ESP, except for the "limited slip" feature
described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the
"ESP/TCS Indicator Light" will be illuminated. All other
stability features of ESP function normally. This mode is
intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or
gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would
normally allow is required to gain traction. To turn ESP
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on again, momentarily depress the "ESP OFF" switch.
This will restore the normal "ESP On" mode of operation.
ESP Off Switch
NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when driving
with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the "Partial Off"
mode by pressing the "ESP OFF" switch. Once the
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