Jeep 2015 Cherokee - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality

of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de-
scribed 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 feature of TCS is disabled, and the
enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys-
tem is reduced.

Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when the

ESC system is in the ؆Partial Off؆ mode.

NOTE:

To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving

with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow,

sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the

“Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESC

Off” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off”

mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily

pressing the “ESC Off” button. This may be done while

the vehicle is in motion.
Full Off — Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD High
And 4WD Low Range

The “Full Off” mode is intended for off-highway and

off-road use when ESC stability features could inhibit

vehicle maneuverability due to trail conditions.
The “ESC Off” button is located in the lower switch bank

above the climate control panel. To enter “Full Off”

mode, press and hold the “ESC Off” button for five

seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine

running. After five seconds, the ЉESC OffЉ indicator light

will illuminate and an “ESC Off” message will appear in

the odometer.
In this mode, ESC and TCS are turned off (except for the

“limited slip” feature described in the TCS section) until

the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph (64 km/h). At

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