2012 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 326
2012 Jeep Compass Manual
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324 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! When in "Partial Off" mode, the TCS functionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section), has been disabled and the "ESC Off Indicator Light" will be illuminated. All other stability features of ESC function normally. When in "Partial Off" mode, the engine power reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC system is reduced. "ESC OFF" message will appear in the odometer. Press and release the Trip Odometer button located on the instrument cluster to clear this message. In this mode, ESC and TCS, except for the "limited slip" feature described in the TCS section, are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 mph (56 km/h) the system returns to "Partial Off" mode, as described above. TCS remains off. When the vehicle speed drops below 30 mph (48 km/h) the ESC system shuts off. ESC is deactivated at low vehicle speeds so that it will not interfere with off-road driving however, Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) ESC function returns to provide the stability feature at This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use speeds above 35 mph (56 km/h). The "ESC Activation/ when ESC stability features could inhibit vehicle maneuMalfunction Indicator Light" will always be illuminated verability due to trail conditions. This mode is entered by when ESC is off. pressing and holding the "ESC Off" switch for five seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the "ESC Off" running. After five seconds, the "ESC Activation/ switch. This will restore the "ESC On" mode of operation. Malfunction Indicator Light" will illuminate and the