Jeep Compass Operating Information Manual page 89

WARNING!
When in "Partial Off" mode, the TCS function-
ality 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 of TCS is dis-
abled, and the enhanced vehicle stability
offered by the ESC system is reduced. Trailer
Sway control (TSC) (if equipped) is disabled
when the ESC system is in the "Partial Off"
mode.
Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road
use when ESC stability features could inhibit
vehicle maneuverability due to trail conditions.
This mode is entered by pushing and holding
the "ESC Off" switch for five seconds when the
vehicle is stopped and the engine is running.
After five seconds, the "ESC OFF Indicator
Light" will illuminate and the "ESC OFF" mes-
sage will appear in the odometer. Push and
release the Trip Odometer button located on the
instrument cluster to clear this message.
In this mode, ESC and TCS, except for the "limited
slip" feature described in the TCS section, are
turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of
35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 mph (56 km/h), the
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system returns to "Partial Off" mode, as described
above. TCS remains off. When the vehicle speed
drops below 30 mph (48 km/h), the ESC system
shuts off. ESC is deactivated at low vehicle
speeds so that it will not interfere with off-road
driving however, ESC function returns to provide
the stability feature at speeds above 35 mph
(56 km/h). The "ESC OFF Indicator Light" will
always be illuminated when ESC is off.
To turn ESC on again, momentarily push the
"ESC Off" switch. This will restore the "ESC On"
mode of operation.
NOTE:
The "ESC OFF" message will display and an
audible chime will sound when the gear
selector is placed into the PARK position
from any other position, and then moved out
of the PARK position. This will occur even if
the message was previously cleared.
WARNING!
In the "Full Off" mode, the engine torque
reduction and stability features are disabled.
In an emergency evasive maneuver, the ESC
system will not engage to assist in maintain-
ing stability. "ESC Off" mode is intended for
off-highway or off-road use only.
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
and ESC OFF Indicator Light
The "ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light" in the instrument
cluster will come on when the igni-
tion is turned to the ON mode. It
should go out with the engine run-
ning. If the "ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light" comes on continu-
ously with the engine running, a malfunction has
been detected in the ESC system. If this light
remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilome-
ters) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h),
see your authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light"
(located in the instrument cluster) starts to flash
as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC
system becomes active. The "ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light" also flashes when
TCS is active. If the "ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light" begins to flash during accelera-
tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as
little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your
speed and driving to the prevailing road condi-
tions.
NOTE:
• The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indica-
tor Light" and the "ESC OFF Indicator
Light" come on momentarily each time the
ignition is turned ON.