Power Steering; Magnetic Variable Effort Steering; Steering Tips- Page 168

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When the system is on, this
warning light will come on
to let you know if there’s 
a problem.

See “Enhanced Traction System Warning Light” in the
Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not
limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.

To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road
conditions, you should always leave the Enhanced
Traction System on. But you can turn the system off if
you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your
vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See
“Rocking Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

To turn the system off, your gear shift lever must be in
FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) gear. See “Rocking Your
Vehicle” in the Index. When you turn the system off, the
Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on
and stay on. If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting
wheel spin when you turn the system off, the warning
light will come on 

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 but the system won’t turn off right

away. It will wait until there’s no longer a current need
to limit wheel spin. Also, if you set the parking brake,
the system will turn off.

You can turn the system back on at any time by shifting
to OVERDRIVE (

B

) or THIRD (3). The Enhanced

Traction System warning light should go off.

Braking in Emergencies

With anti

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lock, you can steer and brake at the same

time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more
than even the very best braking.

Steering

Power Steering

If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but
it will take much more effort.

Magnetic Variable Effort Steering

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(If Equipped)

This steering system provides lighter steering effort for
parking and when driving at low speeds. Steering effort
will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel.

Steering Tips

Driving on Curves

It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.