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Drive Control
Selectable Drive Modes
This provides a single location to control multiple system performance settings such as steering, handling and powertrain response.
Changing the drive mode automatically changes the functionality of the following systems:
- Electronic stability control and traction control maintains your vehicle control in adverse conditions or high performance driving. See Stability Control.
- Electronic throttle control enhances the powertrain response to your inputs.
- Transmission controls are optimized with shift schedules tuned to each terrain.
Using the System
The system tailors your vehicle configuration for each mode you select.
Column Shifter
Console Shifter
Press the drive mode button on the column or console shifter to select or change a drive mode. The drive mode selection menu appears in the instrument cluster and allows you to select through the available drive modes.
Note:
Mode changes are not available when the vehicle ignition is off. In drive (D), only some modes may be available.
Normal – Delivers a balanced combination of comfort and handling. | 
Tow Haul – Improves transmission operation when towing a trailer or hauling a heavy load. |
Snow/Wet – For use during inclement weather conditions. Vehicle response becomes tuned for optimum traction at lower speeds and confidence inspiring stability at higher speeds. | 
Eco – Offers the best possible fuel economy with tradeoffs in vehicle performance and comfort. |
Sport – Use for spirted and aggressive off road driving situations. Vehicle response becomes tuned for maximum off road performance. |
Note:
Your vehicle may only be equipped with some of the drive modes listed above.
Note:
The system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system for proper operation. Certain drive modes are not available based on the gearshift position. If a mode is unavailable due to a system fault or change in gearshift position, the mode defaults to Normal mode.
Some drive modes reduce traction and stability control performance and the warning indicator illuminates in the instrument cluster. See
Using Stability Control.
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