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Choice of driving mode

Driving mode activation control

Depending on the vehicle, three modes are available:
  • Normal mode;
  • Sport mode;
  • Track mode.
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In Sport and Track modes, the Stop and Start function is disabled.
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For more information on the ESC system and traction control, refer to "Correction and driving aids" in Section 2.
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Depending on the selected mode, the ESC and traction control parameters, power-steering assistance rule, accelerator pedal and automatic gearbox can be modified.
Normal mode
It is the default operating mode, for the engine, gearbox, ESC system and traction control on each start-up.
If another mode is selected, press the switch 1 as many times as necessary to return to Normal mode. The instrument panel display is modified.
Sport mode
Press the switch 1 as many times as required to select Sport mode. The instrument panel display is modified and the "Sport" message is displayed on the instrument panel.
You can modify the operating settings for:
  • the engine;
  • the exhaust;
  • the accelerator pedal;
  • the power-assisted steering rule;
  • the gearbox.
These modifications lower the activation threshold for the driving correction devices.
Track mode
(depending on the vehicle)
Track mode:
  • delays operations on the ESC system and traction control;
  • the gear changing times are reduced;
  • the forced gearshift up is deactivated.
With the gearbox in D or M position (see the information on the "Automatic gearbox" in Section 2), press and hold the switch 1 to select Track mode. The instrument panel display is modified and the "Track" message is displayed on the instrument panel.
The "ESC Track" message is displayed on the instrument panel along with the warning light to inform you that all of the ESC system and traction control functions have been modified.
The engine, exhaust, pedals and steering assistance rule adopt the same settings as in Sport mode.
The gearbox switches automatically to M position.
As theESC system and traction control offer additional safety, it is not recommended to deactivate them.
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may light up in the event of sudden deceleration.
Note: in Sport and Track modes, the hazard warning light is deactivated in the event of a sudden deceleration.
Tip
In the event of high loads ("sporty" driving, etc.), the engine may protect itself by temporarily limiting its performance (speed and torque).

Alpine A110 - Driving modes