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Esc operating modes – Dodge 2015 Grand_Caravan - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

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resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro-
priate driver input for the conditions. Only a safe,
attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
The capabilities of an ESC equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.

ESC Operating Modes

The “ESC Off” switch is located in the center

switch bank, next to the hazard flasher switch.

ESC On

This mode is the normal operating mode for ESC on

two-wheel drive vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is

started, the ESC system will be in this mode. This mode

should be used for most driving situations. ESC should

only be turned off for specific reasons as noted below.
ESC Partial Off

This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC

Off” switch.
When in the “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion 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 the “Partial Off”

mode, ESC will operate without engine torque manage-

ment. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in

deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and more wheel

spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain

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