Stabilizer Bar Disconnect Precautions
 WARNING: If the stabilizer bar disconnect warning lamp illuminates red, a fault could be detected and the stabilizer bar could not be connected. Do not drive your vehicle above 32 km/h (20 mph) and have the system checked as soon as possible. Driving your vehicle above 32 km/h (20 mph) could reduce vehicle stability. WARNING: Do not get under a vehicle that is switched on as the stabilizer bar disconnect could activate and the vehicle could unexpectedly drop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death. |
If an amber warning message appears in the cluster indicating that the system requires service, the stabilizer bar disconnect will not be available. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
WHAT IS THE STABILIZER BAR DISCONNECT
Stabilizer bar disconnect is a feature that allows the front stabilizer bar to be disconnected for off-road use. This allows for increased front wheel articulation to improve capability and comfort on off-road terrain.
SWITCHING THE STABILIZER BAR DISCONNECT ON AND OFF
Switching the Stabilizer Bar Disconnect On
A Stabilizer bar disconnect switch. |
When the vehicle speed exceeds 32 km/h (20 mph), the stabilizer bar reconnects and a gray indicator illuminates, indicating the system is in standby mode. The stabilizer bar disconnects again once the vehicle speed is below 32 km/h (20 mph).
If the vehicle speed is above 32 km/h (20 mph) and the system is on, the request is stored and a gray indicator illuminates to indicate the system is in standby mode. When the vehicle speed falls below 32 km/h (20 mph), the stabilizer bar disconnects and the amber indicator illuminates, indicating the stabilizer bar has disconnected.
Note: The gray indicator remains illuminated until either the vehicle speed reduces and the stabilizer bar disconnects, or the system turns off.
The stabilizer bar system also turns on and disconnects when you select the Rock Crawl or Mud/Ruts drive modes. See Selecting a G.O.A.T. Mode - Excluding: Raptor.
Note: The stabilizer bar disconnect is not available in certain drive modes. See Selecting a G.O.A.T. Mode - Excluding: Raptor.
Note: The stabilizer bar disconnect could be delayed during wheel slippage, dynamic maneuvers, dynamic cornering or when there is an anti-lock brake system or electronic stability control event in progress.
Switching the Stabilizer Bar Disconnect Off
Switch the system off by pressing the stabilizer bar disconnect button, which reconnects the stabilizer bar if currently disconnected.
The stabilizer bar disconnect system also turns off when any of the following occur:
- The engine is switched off.
- You switch out of four-wheel drive low (4L) or four-wheel drive high (4H).
- You select a drive mode that does not allow the stabilizer bar to disconnect.
Note: The stabilizer bar can be reconnected at any time. It is not necessary for the vehicle to be on a level surface as the stabilizer bar self-aligns.
STABILIZER BAR DISCONNECT INDICATORS
Amber indicates that the stabilizer bar is disconnected.
Grey indicates that the stabilizer bar is connected and in standby.
Red indicates that there is a fault with the system, have the system checked as soon as possible.
STABILIZER BAR DISCONNECT – INFORMATION MESSAGES
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Not Available In Selected Drive Mode |
The selected drive mode does not allow you to turn on the stabilizer bar disconnect feature. See G.O.A.T. Mode Control. |
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Sta-Bar Disconnected Sta-Bar Reconnects over 20 MPH |
The stabilizer bar has been disconnected. |
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Sta-Bar Disconnected Sta-Bar Reconnects over 32 km/h |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Available Below 20 MPH |
The stabilizer bar disconnect is available below 32 km/h (20 mph). |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Available Below 32 km/h |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Available in 4L or 4H |
The selected 4WD mode does not allow you to turn on the stabilizer bar disconnect feature. |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Not Available See Manual |
Stabilizer bar disconnect is not available. See Stabilizer Bar Disconnect – Frequently Asked Questions. |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Drive Below 32 km/h Service Now |
Stabilizer bar disconnect fault detected, drive below 32 km/h (20 mph). Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. |
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Sta-Bar Disconnect Drive Below 20 MPH Service Now |
STABILIZER BAR DISCONNECT – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?The engine is turned off and needs to be turned on.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?The vehicle is not in four-wheel drive low (4L) or four-wheel drive high (4H), and needs to be switched to either mode.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?Vehicle speed is above 32 km/h (20 mph) and needs to be reduced in order for the stabilizer bar to disconnect.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?The vehicle is on a very significant lateral incline, and needs to be moved to more level ground.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?The vehicle's battery charge is low and needs to be changed or charged.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?There is a fault active in another system on the vehicle, have the system checked as soon as possible.Why is the stabilizer bar disconnect not disconnecting?The vehicle is in a drive mode that does not allow the stabilizer bar to disconnect and needs to be switched to a different drive mode.