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Drive Control
Selectable Drive Modes
The system delivers a driving experience through a suite of sophisticated electronic vehicle systems. These systems optimize steering, handling and powertrain response. This provides a single location to control multiple systems performance settings.
Changing the drive mode automatically changes the functionality of the following systems:
- Electronically power-assisted steering system adjusts steering effort and feel based on the mode you select. See Steering.
- Electronic stability control and traction control maintain your vehicle control in adverse conditions or high performance driving. See Stability Control.
- Electronic throttle control enhances the powertrain response to your inputs.
- Driveline settings optimize with shift schedules tuned to each drive mode.
Using the System
The system automatically tailors your vehicle configuration for each mode you select.
The drive mode switch is in one of three places, depending on your vehicle configuration:
On the column shifter
On the center console
On the DRIVE MODE rotary switch.
Note:
Mode changes are not available when the vehicle ignition is off or when the engine is not running.
On-Road Modes
Normal - For everyday driving. This mode is a perfect balance of excitement, comfort and convenience. | 
Sport - For aggressive on-road driving. This mode increases throttle response, provides a sportier steering feel, along with quicker shifting. The suspension stiffens, with an emphasis on handling and control. The transmission also holds gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster when shifting gears. |
Tow/Haul - For improved transmission operation when towing a trailer or a heavy load. This mode moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to reduce the frequency of transmission shifting. This mode also provides engine braking in all forward gears, which slows your vehicle and assists you in controlling your vehicle when descending a grade. The amount of downshift braking provided varies based on the amount you press the brake pedal. |
Note:
All transmission gear ranges are available when using Tow/Haul.
ECO - For efficient and responsible driving. This mode helps deliver maximum fuel efficiency and increases driving range. |
Off-Road Modes
Snow/Wet (4X2) or Grass/Gravel/Snow (4WD) - For firm surfaces covered with loose or slippery material such as packed snow, ice, water, grass or a thin layer of gravel or sand. | 
Sand - For soft dry sand or deep gravel. |
Mud/Ruts - For muddy, rutted, soft or uneven terrain. |
Note:
The system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system for proper operation. Certain drive modes are not available based on gear shifter position. If a mode is unavailable due to a system fault, the mode defaults to Normal.
Transfer Case Availability
If Equipped with Rotary Drive Mode Switch
| Normal | Sport | ECO | Grass/Gravel/Snow | Tow/Haul | Mud/Ruts | Sand | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2H | Default | Available | Default | Not Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| 4A | Available Normal Tuning | Default Sport Tuning | Available Normal Tuning | Default Slippery Tuning | Available | Default Off Road Tuning | Default Off Road Tuning |
| 4L1 | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
1 If Equipped.
If Equipped with Column Shifter Drive Mode Switch
| Normal | Sport | ECO | Grass/Gravel/Snow | Tow/Haul | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2H | Default | Available | Default | Not Available | Available |
| 4A1 | Available Normal Tuning | Default Sport Tuning | Available Normal Tuning | Default Slippery Tuning | Available |
| 4H1 | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| 4L1 | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
1 If Equipped.
Note:
The drive mode reverts to Normal when you start your vehicle.
Note:
Your vehicle remembers the 4WD mode across ignition cycles.
Note:
Each drive mode has an associated default 4WD mode, however you can still select different 4WD modes using the 4WD switch based on your preference.
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