Disabling AdvanceTrac

2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Disabling AdvanceTrac
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AdvanceTrac is controlled by the traction control switch in the following manner:

  • Momentarily pressing the switch disables only traction control. ESC and RSC remain enabled.
  • Pressing the switch and holding it pressed for more than 5 seconds disables traction control and ESC, RSC remains enabled.
  • Pressing the switch after one or more features have been disabled enables all 3 features.

Switching the transfer case to 4WD low locked disables all 3 features; traction control, ESC and RSC.

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