TSC traction control and actual 4WD (not AWD) question.

[wyliec]

If I have my Jeep Wrangler in 4WD, what benefit is there for the TSC to be on? I ask because today we received quite a bit of snow, and when I was backing out of my parking spot (while in 4WD) I could see the TSC symbol flashing, and I turned it off. I can see the benefit when I'm driving in 2WD, just not in 4WD.

 

[Bob Denman]

TSC will keep you from spinning the tires: if that's what you want it to do for you.
There's no real advantage in disabling it

But here's a thought:
What if you drive out onto a frozen lake, and the ice is perfect, smooth, and slipperier than snot on a greased marble floor?

If you give your Jeep any throttle: will the wheels even TRY to spin? :dontknow:

 

[wyliec]

I would have it in 2 wheel drive. Reading up on it, you don't want it on when on ice, or stuck in snow or mud.

 

[Bob Denman]

I agree: sometimes you need to get the wheels spinning a little bit... :thumbup:
But it IS useful in keeping the amateurs from doing something stupid!

 

[Bob Denman]

On another unrelated issue: Thanks! I really appreciate your help! :thumbup: