2015 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 473

STARTING AND OPERATING 471 TCS is active. If the "ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator" begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. WARNING! (Continued) 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. The ESC system has two available operating modes in AWD AUTO range and two-wheel drive vehicles, and one operating mode in AWD LOW range. AUTO Range (All-Wheel Drive Models) Or Two-Wheel Drive Models On This is the normal operating mode for ESC in AWD AUTO range and in two-wheel drive vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started or the transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from AWD LOW range or NEUTRAL back to WARNING! Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive, (Continued) 5