Electronic Stability Control (Esc) - Dodge VIPER User Manual

O P E R A T I N G Y O U R V E H I C L E
RACE MODE
• Race mode is driver selectable when the vehicle is placed in RACE mode (push the
"RACE" button on the Instrument Panel).
• This mode is for track use only and will supply maximum grip to the tires.
• When RACE mode is enabled, a shock symbol with "RACE" next to it will light up in the
instrument cluster.
NOTE:
The RACE setting will provide a firmer ride.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

The ESC corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of
the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the
condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
In full on mode ESC utilizes sensors in the vehicle to determine the path that the driver
intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the
actual path does not match the intended path, the ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating Modes
The ESC system may have five available operating modes:
ESC On
• This is the normal operating mode for the ESC system. Whenever the vehicle is started,
the ESC system will be in this mode. The ESC On mode should be used for most driving
situations. The ESC should only be turned OFF for specific reasons as noted in the
following paragraphs.
ESC Full Off
• The ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be
used on any public roadways. In this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are
turned OFF. To enter the "Full Off" mode, push and hold the "ESC" switch for five
seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a
chime will sound, the "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light" will illuminate, and
the "ESC OFF" message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer). The
"ESC OFF" message may appear in the Driver Information Display (DID). To turn ESC
ON again, momentarily push the "ESC" switch.
Sport Mode
• Sport mode has reduced traction control and reduced stability control. To enter the
"Sport Mode" mode, push the "ESC" switch once (located on the steering wheel). The
"ESC SPORT" light will illuminate, and the "ESC SPORT" message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
Track Mode
• Track Mode has no traction control and has reduced stability control. To enter the "Track
Mode" mode, push the "ESC" switch twice. The "ESC TRACK" light will illuminate, and
the "ESC TRACK" message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of the odometer).
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