NISSAN 2008 Armada - Manual (Page 17)

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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH
(if so equipped)
The vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system is designed to help improve
driving stability. VDC detects wheel spin and controls braking and
engine output. VDC may need to be temporarily shut off if you are trying
to free a vehicle stuck in snow or mud.
 Push the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch to deactivate the VDC system.
The light will illuminate in the instrument panel gauge area.
 Push the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch again to activate the VDC system.
The light in the instrument panel gauge area will turn off.
 Vehicle dynamic control system is active while the vehicle is running until the
switch is pressed to turn it off.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for detailed information regarding Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) OFF Switch usage.
TOW MODE SWITCH
Tow mode should be used when pulling a heavy trailer or hauling a
heavy load. Using tow mode at other times may cause unnecessary
transmission shifting and reduced fuel economy.

Push the TOW MODE switch to activate tow mode. The indicator
light on the TOW MODE switch illuminates when tow mode is
selected.
 Push the TOW MODE switch again to turn tow mode off.
 Tow mode is automatically canceled when the engine is turned off.
FOuR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SHIFT SWITCH
(if so equipped)
 This system provides 4 positions so the driver can select the
desired drive mode according to driving conditions.
 2WD – Dry, paved roads.
 AUTO (if so equipped) – Torque distribution to front and
rear wheels will change automatically depending on road
conditions.
 4H – Rocky, sandy or snow-covered roads.
 4LO – When maximum power and traction are required (steep grades, rocky, sandy
or muddy roads).