WHAT IS TRACTION CONTROL
The traction control system helps to avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
HOW DOES TRACTION CONTROL WORK
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces power in order to increase traction.
SWITCHING TRACTION CONTROL ON AND OFF
 WARNING: Operating your vehicle with the traction control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. |
The system turns traction control and stability control on each time you power on your vehicle.
The switch for the stability and traction control system is on the instrument panel.
If you press the switch, it will turn traction control off.
When you switch the system off, a message and an illuminated icon appear on the instrument cluster.
Use the switch again to return the traction control system to normal operation.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, switching traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note: When you switch traction control off, stability control remains fully active.
Your vehicle could have MyKey restrictions regarding this feature. See What Is MyKey.
TRACTION CONTROL INDICATOR
System Indicator Lights
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TRACTION CONTROL – WARNING LAMPS
System Messages
The traction control off light temporarily illuminates on start-up and stays on:
- When you switch the traction control system off.
- When you select an alternative stability control mode.
- If a problem occurs in the system.
TRACTION CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES
| Message | Action |
|---|---|
| Service AdvanceTrac | The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. |
HOW DOES STABILITY CONTROL WORK
| WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and wheel and tire size may change the handling characteristics of your vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. In addition, installing any stereo speakers may interfere with and adversely affect the electronic stability control system. Reducing the effectiveness of the electronic stability control system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage. Activation of the electronic stability control system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. |
If a driving condition activates either the stability control or the traction control system you may experience the following conditions:
- The stability and traction control light flashes.
- Your vehicle slows down.
- Reduced power.
The stability control system has several features built into it to help you maintain control of your vehicle:
Electronic Stability Control
Electronic stability control enhances your vehicle’s ability to prevent skids or lateral slides by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing power.
Curve Control
Curve control enhances your vehicle’s ability to follow the road when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway. Curve control operates by reducing power and, if necessary, applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually.
Traction Control
Traction control enhances your vehicle’s ability to maintain traction of the wheels by detecting and controlling wheel spin.
Vehicle without stability control skidding off its intended route.B
Vehicle with stability control maintaining control on a slippery surface.SWITCHING STABILITY CONTROL ON AND OFF
The system turns traction control and stability control on each time you power on your vehicle.
You can switch these systems off by using the button to the left of the steering wheel.
If you press the button, it will turn traction control off. See Switching Traction Control On and Off.
If you press and hold for 5 seconds, it turns stability control off.
Shifting into reverse (R) disables the system.
Note: With electronic stability control off, E-AWD protection controls remain active and could be noticeable in slippery conditions.
Note: While stability control can be turned off in any drive mode, the acceleration response in engage mode provides the most refined longitudinal control of the vehicle.
Note: When you choose the drive mode Unbridled and electronic stability control is off, it reduces the level of deceleration.
| ESC | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Button Functions | Mode | Stability Control Off Light | Electronic Stability Control | Traction Control System |
| Default at start-up | – | On during bulb check | Enabled | Enabled |
| Button pressed momentarily | Traction control off | On | Enabled | Disabled |
| Button pressed and held more than five seconds | ESC disabled | On | Disabled | Disabled |
| Button pressed again after deactivation | ESC fully enabled | Off | Enabled | Enabled |
STABILITY CONTROL INDICATOR
| If it does not illuminate when you switch the power on, or remains on, this indicates a malfunction. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. |