Ride Control Systems Traction Control System (Tcs) - Cadillac SRX 2010 Owner's Manual

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Ride Control Systems
Traction Control System
(TCS)
The vehicle may have a Traction
Control System (TCS) that limits
wheel spin. The system will operate if
it senses that any of the wheels are
spinning or beginning to lose
traction. When this happens, the
system brakes the spinning wheel(s)
and/or reduces engine power to limit
wheel spin.
The system may be heard or felt
while it is working, but this is normal.
TCS automatically comes on
whenever the vehicle is started. To
limit wheel spin, especially in slippery
road conditions, the system should
always be left on. But, TCS can be
turned off if needed.
TCS/StabiliTrak Light
d
flashes to indicate that the traction
control system is active.
If there is a problem detected with
TCS, "Service Traction Control" is
displayed on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See Ride Control
System Messages on page 4-40.
When this message is displayed and
d
comes on and stays on, the
vehicle is safe to drive but the
system is not operational. Driving
should be adjusted accordingly.
d
If comes on and stays on, reset the
system by:
1. Stopping the vehicle.
2. Turning the engine off and
waiting 15 seconds.
3. Starting the engine.
If d still comes on and stays on, the
vehicle needs service.
Notice: Do not repeatedly brake
or accelerate heavily when TCS is
off. The vehicle's driveline could
be damaged.
TCS/StabiliTrak Button
d is located on the console.