2016 CHRYSLER 200 traction control

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic
Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start Assist
(HSA), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Stability
Control (ESC), and Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM). These
systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability
and control in various driving conditions.
Your vehicle may also be equipped with Ready Alert
Braking (RAB), Rain Brake Support (RBS), and Dynamic
Steering Torque (DST).
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
This function manages the distribution of the braking
torque between the front and rear axles by limiting braking
pressure to the rear axle. This is done to prevent overslip of
the rear wheels to avoid vehicle instability, and to prevent
the rear axle from entering ABS before the front axle.
Brake System Warning Light
The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the “Brake System Warning Light” remains on or
comes on while driving, it indicates that the brake system
is not functioning properly and that immediate service is
required. If the “Brake System Warning Light” does not
come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, have the light repaired as soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased
vehicle stability and brake performance under most
braking conditions. The system automatically prevents
wheel lock, and enhances vehicle control during braking.
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that the
ABS is working properly each time the vehicle is started
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For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC/DID, perform
the following steps:
1. Center the steering wheel (front wheels pointingstraight forward).
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Start the engine.
5. Rotate the steering wheel slightly more than one-half turn to the left.
6. Push the “ESC Off” button located in the lower switch bank below the climate control four times within
twenty seconds. The “ESC Off Indicator Light” should
turn on and turn off two times.
7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an additional slighty more than one-half turn to the right. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then
back to the ON position. If the sequence was com-
pleted properly, the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will
blink several times to confirm HSA is disabled.
9. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.
Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or
reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration
and stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differ-
ential (BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differen-
tial and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If
one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the
other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning
wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied
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to the wheel that is not spinning. BLD may remain
enabled even if TCS and ESC are in a reduced mode.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel(s) to assist in
counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En-
gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle
maintain the desired path.
ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle
path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual
path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match
the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro-
priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or
understeer condition.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position. •
Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” lo-
cated in the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon
as the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes when the TCS
is active. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the
accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure
to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
conditions.
WARNING!
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage:
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer. •
Install on front tires only.
• For a 215/55R17 tire on a 17 x 7.0J x 41mm wheel, use
of a snow traction device with a maximum projection
of 9 mm beyond the tire profile is recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
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significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
674 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................... .145
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .465
E-85 Fuel .............................. .529
Electrical Power Outlets .....................293
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .468
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................308
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................129
Electronic Brake Control System ...............475
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................475
Traction Control System ...................481
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .....177, 182
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............482
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........329
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......268
Change Engine Oil ...................354, 366
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .352 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu
.......................... .352
EVIC Display ......................... .352
EVIC Messages .....................355, 367
Selectable Menu Items ....................357
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................46
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................545
Jacking .............................. .558
Jump Starting ......................... .572
Overheating .......................... .545
Towing ............................. .581
Emergency Trunk Release ....................46
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........592
Engine ............................. .589, 590
Air Cleaner .......................... .599
Block Heater ......................... .450
Break-In Recommendations ................107
Checking Oil Level ..................... .595
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INDEX 683

Lights On Reminder.....................163
Low Fuel ............................ .340
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........333
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...........169
Park ............................... .346
Passing ............................. .165
Reading .......................... .166, 272
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .321
Security Alarm ........................ .325
Service .............................. .641
Side Marker ....................... .644, 646
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........337, 514
Traction Control ....................... .485
Turn Signal ..............112, 164, 165, 347, 644
Vanity Mirror ......................... .131
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .326, 347
Loading Vehicle ......................... .536
Tires ............................... .495Locks
..................................31
Automatic Door .........................34
Auto Unlock ...........................34
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................31
Power Door ............................33
Low Tire Pressure System ...................514
Lubrication, Body ........................ .605
Lug Nuts .............................. .546
Maintenance Free Battery ....................599
Maintenance Procedures ....................594
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .660
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .333, 592
Manual, Service ......................... .672
Marker Lights, Side ....................... .644
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................615
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............153
Memory Seat ........................... .153
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Telescoping Steering Column.................175
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........416
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .175
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .160
Tip Start ............................... .448
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......495, 496
Tire Markings ........................... .488
Tires.........................112, 500, 506, 673
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................510
Air Pressure .......................... .500
Chains .............................. .512
Changing ............................ .558
Compact Spare ........................ .507
General Information ..................500, 506
High Speed .......................... .503
Inflation Pressures ...................... .502
Jacking .......................... .558, 561
Life Of Tires .......................... .510
Load Capacity ..................... .495, 497Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
.....358, 370, 514
Pressure Warning Light ...................337
Quality Grading ....................... .673
Radial .............................. .503
Replacement .......................... .510
Rotation ............................. .513
Safety ........................... .488, 500
Sizes ............................... .489
Snow Tires ........................... .505
Spare Tire ...................506, 507, 508, 559
Spinning ............................ .508
Tread Wear Indicators ....................509
Tire Safety Information .....................488
Tire Service Kit ....................... .548, 550
To Open Hood .......................... .157
Towing ............................... .538
Disabled
Vehicle....................... .581
Recreational .......................... .539
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........539
Traction ............................ .464, 465
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