Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch

The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle

The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driving conditions.

If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.

To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch. The come on.indicator will come on.

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn on the system. See Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system in the Starting and driving section.

    See also:

    How to use the STATUS button
    To display the status of the audio, climate control system and fuel consumption, press the STATUS button. The following information will appear when the STATUS button is pressed multiple times: ...

    Auto-reverse function (if so equipped)
    There are some small distances immediately before the closed position which cannot be detected. Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc., inside the vehicle before closing the ...

    Sliding the moonroof
    To fully open the moonroof, push the switch toward 1 . To fully close the moonroof, push the switch toward 2 . To open or close the moonroof part way, push the switch in any direction while the ...