2007 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 217

STARTING AND OPERATING 217 WARNING! The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of others. The ESP system has 3 available operating modes: ESP On This is the normal operating mode for the ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most all driving situations. The ESP should only be turned off for specific reasons as noted in the following paragraphs. Partial Off The "Partial Off" mode is intended for times when a more spirited driving experience is desired. It is also intended for driving in deep snow, sand, or gravel. This mode disables the TCS portion of the ESP and raises the threshold for ESP activation, which allows for more wheel spin than what ESP normally allows. The "ESP OFF" button is located in the switch panel above the radio. To enter the "Partial Off" mode, momentarily depress the "ESP OFF" button and the ЉESP/TCS Indicator LightЉ will illuminate. To turn the ESP on again, momentarily depress the ЉESP OFFЉ button and the ЉESP/TCS Indicator LightЉ will turn off. 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 depressing the "ESP OFF" button. Once the situation requiring "Partial Off" mode is overcome, turn the ESP on again by momentarily depressing the "ESP OFF" button. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. 5