Selectable Driving Modes

The MODE switch in the center of the instrument panel allows the driver to change between 4 driving modes. These driving modes alter the throttle response, shift patterns, EPAS feel, suspension feel and stability control intervention thresholds. Toggling the switch causes the FCIM to send messages to the PCM, PSCM, ABS module and IPC message center. The IPC message center displays the current selected mode. The PCM, PSCM and ABS module respond to the message by modifying their operation according to a preprogrammed set of instructions.

• Normal 

  : delivers a balanced combination of comfort, control and handling.

• Drag Strip 

  : steering, throttle, shift responses and active dampers are all optimized for straight line acceleration.

• Snow-Wet 

  : provides increased handling, braking and control during poor weather conditions.

• Sport 

  : increases throttle response and helps your vehicle accelerate faster, but does not change the vehicle dynamics or stability system.

• Sport+ 

  : increases throttle response, active exhaust takes on a more powerful tone, the suspension active dampers become stiffer reducing body motion and steering becomes more precise.

• Track 

  : provides increased steering, throttle and shift responses, the active damper are optimized for transient handling maneuvers, and the threshold for AdvanceTrac intervention is modified for maximum control.

One or more of the selectable drive modes is disabled if Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present in the PCM, PSCM or ABS module. If the selectable drive modes are disabled, the IPC message center displays Drive Mode Selection Not Available when the switch is toggled.