2009 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 297

STARTING AND OPERATING 295 NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the "Partial Off" mode by pressing the ESP OFF switch. Once the situation requiring ESP to be switched to the "Partial Off" mode is overcome, turn ESP back on by briefly depressing the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. ESP/BAS Warning Lamp The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with BAS. The "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" and the "ESP/TCS Indicator Light" in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. They should go out with the engine running. If the "ESP/BAS Warning Lamp" comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If this lamp remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: • The ЉESP/TCS Indicator LightЉ and the ЉESP/BAS Warning LampЉ come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be on even if it was turned off previously. • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation. 5