2022 Ford Bronco Owners Manual - G.O.A.T. Modes

G.O.A.T. Modes

BAJA - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For high speed off-road driving. Baja mode optimizes the throttle control for better response and torque delivery.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is not selectable in baja mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

The stabilizer bar disconnect is available in four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheel drive low (4L).

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode selected when using Baja mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

BAJA - RAPTOR

  For high speed off-road driving. Baja mode optimizes the throttle control for better response and torque delivery.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode but two-wheel drive high (2H) is available. Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is not available in baja mode.

Off-road is the default steering and suspension mode. All steering and suspension modes are available.

Baja is the default exhaust mode. All exhaust modes are available. The system tunes the engine, transmission, stability and traction controls to baja mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available at all speeds in four-wheel drive, and the front electronic locking differential is available in four-wheel drive low (4L).  See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

The stabilizer bar is connected by default but can be disconnected up to 80 km/h (50 mph).

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode selected when using baja mode on dry, hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

ECO - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For efficient driving. This mode helps deliver maximum fuel efficiency and helps to increase driving range.

Two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not selectable in eco mode.

The front electronic locking differential is not available in eco mode. The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in eco mode.

MUD/RUTS - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For off-road driving. This mode enhances vehicle performance to traverse muddy, rutted or uneven terrains.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable in mud/rut mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in mud/ruts mode and is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

The stabilizer bar disconnect is available in four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheel drive low (4L).

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode you select when using Mud/Ruts mode on dry, hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

Note:   Automatic disconnect is not available with some vehicle options.

NORMAL - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For everyday driving. This mode is the perfect balance of excitement, comfort and convenience. This is the default mode after each ignition cycle, the driveline settings remain the same prior to the ignition cycle.

Two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drive modes are selectable when in normal mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

Note:   The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is available in four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheel drive low (4L).

NORMAL - RAPTOR

  For everyday driving. This mode is the perfect balance of excitement, comfort and convenience. This is the default mode after each ignition cycle.

Two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drive modes are selectable when in normal mode. Normal is the default for the steering, suspension and exhaust modes. Off-road steering mode is not available. All suspension and exhaust modes are available.

The system tunes the engine and transmission controls and the stability and traction controls to normal mode.

The rear electronic locking rear differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph), and both locking differentials are available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when four-wheel drive low (4L) is selected in the transfer case.   See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

The stabilizer bar can be disconnected at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph). Trail one pedal, trail control, and trail turn assist are also available.

OFF-ROAD - RAPTOR

  For off-road driving through sand, loose gravel, mud or mixed off-road terrain.

This mode optimizes accelerator pedal response, traction and stability controls to enhance vehicle performance in off-road environments. If your vehicle becomes stuck in deep conditions, this mode may be preferred.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable, but two-wheel drive high (2H) and four-wheel drive auto (4A) are not available. Off-road is the default steering and suspension mode. Sport is the default exhaust mode, but all steering, suspension, and exhaust modes are available.

The system tunes the engine, transmission, stability and traction control to off-road mode.

The rear electronic locking differential engages when you select this mode at any speed, and you can disengage it at any time using the button. The front electronic locking differential can be engaged in 4L.  See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

The stabilizer bar can be disconnected at speeds below 80 km/h (50 mph). The camera system also turns on.

Note:   Do not use this mode when driving on pavement or packed snow. This could cause driveline bind up and damage the system depending on the four-wheel drive mode selection.   See   Four-Wheel Drive. 

ROCK CRAWL - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For off-road driving and optimum rock-climbing ability. Rock crawl mode optimizes the throttle and transmission response to provide you additional control of your vehicle.

Four-wheel drive low (4L) is the only driveline configuration available in rock crawl, the system prompts you to put your vehicle into four-wheel drive low (4L) upon selection.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in rock crawl mode and is available at any speed.

The stabilizer bar disconnects when in rock crawl mode.

Note:   When using rock crawl mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

ROCK CRAWL - RAPTOR

  For off-road driving and optimum rock-climbing capability.

Rock crawl mode has the following features:

• Engages both front and rear electronic locking differentials.
• Disconnects the stabilizer bar.
• Turns on the cameras.
• Optimizes throttle response.
• Adjusts transmission shift points to provide additional control of your vehicle.

Four-wheel drive low (4L) is the only transfer case option available in rock crawl mode. Off-road is the default steering setting, but all steering modes are available. Off-road is the default suspension mode, and Normal is the default exhaust mode. The system tunes the engine and transmission controls to rock crawl mode.

The electronic locking differentials engage when you select this mode, and you can disengage them at any time using the buttons.   See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

The stabilizer bar can be disconnected at speeds below 80 km/h (50 mph).

Note:   When using rock crawl mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

SAND - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For off-road driving on soft, dry sand or deep snow. This mode may help get your vehicle unstuck from deep snow or sand.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable in sand mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in sand mode and is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

The stabilizer bar disconnect is available in four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheel drive low (4L).

Note:   The front camera system switches on when you are in sand mode and your speed is less than 24 km/h (15 mph). If you exceed 24 km/h (15 mph), the camera shuts off until your vehicle speed is below 20 km/h (12 mph).

Note:   When using Sand mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

Note:   Sand mode is not intended for use on firm, slippery surfaces, such as paved roads covered with snow or ice. For slippery, firm surfaces use slippery mode.

SLIPPERY - ADVANCED 4X4 WITH 4A MODE, EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For less than ideal road conditions, you can use this mode for crossing terrain where a firm surface is covered with loose or slippery material, such as snow or ice. Slippery mode lowers throttle response and optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.

Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drive high (2H) is not selectable in slippery mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

Note:   The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in slippery mode.

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode selected when using slippery mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

SLIPPERY - 4X4 WITH PART TIME ENGAGEMENT

  For less than ideal road conditions, you can use this mode for crossing terrain where a firm surface is covered with loose or slippery material, such as snow or ice. Slippery mode lowers throttle response and optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drive modes are selectable in slippery mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

Note:   The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in slippery mode.

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode selected when using slippery mode on dry hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

SLIPPERY - RAPTOR, ADVANCED 4X4 WITH 4A MODE

  For less than ideal road conditions such as snow or ice covered roads.

Use this mode for crossing terrain where loose or slippery materials cover a firm surface. Slippery mode lowers throttle response and optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.

Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drive high (2H) is not available in slippery mode.

Normal is the default steering, suspension, and exhaust modes. Off-road steering mode is not available, but all suspension and exhaust modes are available.

The system tunes the engine, transmission controls and the stability and traction control modes to normal mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph), and the front electronic locking differential is available in four-wheel drive (4L).   See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in slippery mode.

Note:   Depending on the four-wheel drive mode selected when using slippery mode on dry/hard pavement, your vehicle could experience vibration, driveline bind up, damage and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear.

SPORT - ADVANCED 4X4 WITH 4A MODE, EXCLUDING: RAPTOR

  For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. This mode increases accelerator pedal response and provides a sportier steering feel. The powertrain system holds onto lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster.

Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not selectable in sport mode.

The front electronic locking differential is not available in sport mode. The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in sport mode.

SPORT - 4X4 WITH PART TIME ENGAGEMENT

  For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. This mode increases accelerator pedal response and provides a sportier steering feel. The powertrain system holds onto lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster.

Two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not selectable in sport mode.

The front electronic locking differential is not available in sport mode. The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph).

The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in sport mode.

SPORT - RAPTOR, ADVANCED 4X4 WITH 4A MODE

  For sporty driving with improved performance, handling and response.

This mode increases accelerator pedal response and provides a sportier steering feel. The powertrain system holds onto lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster.

Two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not available in sport mode. Sport is the default steering, suspension and exhaust modes, and the stabilizer bar is connected by default.

The system tunes the engine and transmission controls to sport mode. The system tunes the stability and traction controls to normal mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph), but the front electronic locking differential is not available.  See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off. 

TOW/HAUL - RAPTOR

  For improved transmission operation when towing a trailer or a heavy load. This mode moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to reduce the frequency of transmission shifting.

Tow/haul mode also provides engine braking in all forward gears, which slows your vehicle and assists you in controlling your vehicle when descending a slope. The amount of downshift braking provided varies based on the amount of pressure you apply to the brake pedal.

The following apply to tow/haul mode:

• All four-wheel drive modes are selectable. There is no default four-wheel drive mode and the previous selection is maintained when the vehicle is restarted.
• Normal is the default for the steering, exhaust and suspension modes.
• Off-road steering mode is not available.
• Sport suspension is available.
• Off-road suspension mode is not available.
• Stabilizer bar cannot be disconnected.

The system tunes the engine and transmission controls to tow mode. The system tunes the stability and traction controls to normal mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h (25 mph) and the front electronic locking differential is available in four-wheel drive low (4L).   See   Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off.