G.O.A.T. is more than just an acronym; it stands for goes over any type of terrain and
it’s what your Ford Bronco is all about , thanks to a robust 4-wheel drive system.
Your Bronco uses either electronic shift on the fly 4x4 with part time engagement
which offers three modes of operations, or all-wheel drive advanced 4x4 with automatic
on-demand engagement which uses the same three modes and adds four automatic.
4-wheel drive high is your default setting.
Then there’s 4-wheel drive high when you want to drive off road at higher speeds.
And 4-wheel drive low for increased torque multiplication.
Then, if equipped, 4-wheel drive auto which
provides power to the front and rear wheels as needed for better traction.
Bronco also comes with pre-set G.O.A.T. modes that lets you
customize your vehicle’s systems for a variety of different situations.
Like blasting through sand or taking your Bronco out in the snow.
Your Bronco can have up to seven of the eight available modes,
and this knob lets you easily adjust them on the fly.
Normal mode is for everyday driving and provides a balance of excitement, comfort and convenience.
Next up: Eco mode is designed for maximum efficiency. It helps you increase
driving range and reduce fuel consumption. For a sporty steering feel, choose Sport mode.
You’ll experience increased accelerator pedal response as the power train system holds onto
the lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
Slippery mode can be used for crossing terrain where a firm surface is covered with loose,
wet or slippery material like ice or snow. Slippery mode helps soften
throttle response and optimizes shifting. Mud ruts mode is only for off-road driving.
This mode helps give you the optimum experience when traversing muddy, rutted or uneven terrains.
Sand mode is also for off-road use only. Use this for fun driving in soft,
dry sand and in deep snow. Baja mode is for high-speed off-road driving,
and helps optimize throttle control for better response and torque delivery.
Rock Crawl mode is for off-road driving and optimum rock climbing ability.
It helps optimize throttle response to give you more control of the vehicle.
This chart shows you which G.O.A.T. modes each model is equipped with.
Your Bronco may also be equipped with electronic-locking differentials
which are designed for off-road driving on mud, rocks or sand.
It forces both wheels on the same axle, whether front or rear,
to turn at the same speed for improved traction, which is especially helpful
when navigating difficult terrain where all wheels don’t have the same traction.
Activate the rear differential with this switch, here.
It will also automatically engage when specific G.O.A.T. modes are selected.
For vehicles equipped with a front-locking differential,
when in 4 low, press this button to engage it. Refer to this helpful chart to know when and how
your front and rear ELD can be used. In addition, your Bronco may
have stabilizer bar disconnect. Turn it on by pressing this button.
This feature disconnects the front stabilizer bar, allowing for increased front wheel articulation,
and improved capability and comfort on aggressive terrain.
Turn it off by pressing this button.
It, too, will turn on automatically when you choose certain G.O.A.T. modes.