Electronic Range Selection (Ers); Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode - Chrysler 2012 Town & Country User Manual

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECTION (ERS)

FUEL ECONOMY (ECON) MODE

• The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehicle's overall fuel economy during
normal driving conditions.
• Press the "econ" switch in the center stack of the instrument panel and a green light will
indicate the ECON mode is engaged.
• When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the vehicle control systems will be
able to change the following:
30
• Electronic Range Select (ERS) allows you
to limit the highest available transmission
gear, and can be activated during any
driving condition. When towing a trailer or
operating the vehicle in off-road
conditions, using ERS shift control will
help you maximize both performance and
engine braking.
• To shift from DRIVE mode to ERS mode,
move the shift lever to the left (-) once.
The current gear will be maintained as the
top gear. To disable ERS, simply press and
hold the shift lever to the right (+) until
"D" is displayed in the instrument cluster
odometer.
• Switching between ERS and DRIVE mode
can be done at any vehicle speed.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the
DVD for further details.