2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 351

350 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Program (ESP) The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP corrects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. ESP On This mode is the normal operating mode for ESP on two-wheel drive vehicles. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESP should only be turned off for specific reasons as noted below. ESP Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the "ESP ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle OFF" switch (located in the center switch bank, next to path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual the hazard flasher switch). path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match When in the "Partial Off" mode, the TCS the intended path, ESP applies the brake of the appropriportion of ESP, except for the "limited slip" ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or feature described in the TCS section, has been understeer condition. disabled and the "ESP/TCS Indicator Light" • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than will be illuminated. When in the "Partial Off" mode, ESP will operate without engine torque management. This appropriate for the steering wheel position. mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than snow, sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin appropriate for the steering wheel position.