Acronyms, it's almost a fact that we run into one or two everyday of our lives, but the fact that we don't even notice them, goes to show you how ingrained they are into our lives. But what happens when we run into an acronym that we don't know? Often times we are left pondering what the acronym means for days on end, or we turn to a 3 second Internet search for the answer, and its the latter that probably brought you here today! Below, you will find a list of acronyms used by Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram and what their definitions are! Hopefully this cleared up any confusion that you might have had while shopping for one of these vehicles, and let us know down in the comments if we missed any!
ACRONYMS USED BY CHRYSLER: ESC, TPMS, AND OTHERS
ACRONYMS USED BY CHRYSLER: ESC, TPMS, AND OTHERS
Posted on May 10, 2023
| Acronym | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ABS | Anti-Lock Brake System |
| ACC/ACC STOP | Adaptive Cruise Control/Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop |
| AFLS | Adaptive Front-Lighting System |
| ANC | Active Noise Cancellation |
| ATC | Automatic Temperature Control |
| AWD | All Wheel Drive |
| BSW | Blind Spot Warning |
| BSW | Black Sidewall (Tires) |
| CHMSL | Centre High-Mounted Stop Lamp |
| DRLs | Daytime Running Lamps |
| DRW | Dual Rear Wheels |
| EARS | Enhanced Accident Response System |
| ESC | Electronic Stability Control |
| Elocker | Electronic Rear Locking Differential |
| ERS | Electronic Range Selection |
| ERM | Electronic Roll Mitigation |
| ESS | Engine Stop/Start |
| EVIC | Electronic Vehicle Information Center |
| FWD | Front Wheel Drive |
| HID | High-Intensity Discharge |
| HSA | Hill Start Assist |
| HVAC | Heater Ventilation, Air Conditioning |
| LATCH | Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children |
| LDW | Lane Departure Warning |
| LKA | Lane Keep Assist |
| MDS | Multi Displacement System |
| OWL | Outlined White Letters (Tires) |
| PTO | Power Take-Off |
| RWD | Rear Wheel Drive |
| SRW | Single Rear Wheel |
| TPMS | Tire Pressure Monitoring System |