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WARNING!
When in "Partial Off" mode, the TCS
functionality of ESC, (except for the
limited slip feature described in the TCS
section), has been disabled and the
"ESC Off Indicator Light" will be illumi-
nated. 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 the ESC system is in the "Partial
Off" mode.
Full Off — If Equipped
This 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.
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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 off road
modes if so equipped.
WARNING!
In the ESC "Full Off" mode, the engine
torque reduction and stability features
are
disabled.
Therefore,
vehicle stability offered by the ESC
system is unavailable. In an emergency
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)
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.
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 running. If the
"ESC
Activation/Malfunction
Light" comes on continuously 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
enhanced
(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph
(48 km/h), see an 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 trac-
tion and the ESC system becomes active.
The "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light" also flashes when TCS is active. If the
"ESC
Activation/Malfunction
Light" begins to flash during acceleration,
ease up on the accelerator and apply as little
throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your
speed and driving to the prevailing road
conditions.
Indicator
Indicator
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