Volvo C70 Owner's Manual page 140

DSTC-related messages in the text
window
• TRACTION CONTROL TEMPORARILY
OFF - The system has been temporarily
switched off due to high brake tempera-
ture and will automatically switch on again
when the brakes have cooled.
• ANTI SKID SERVICE REQUIRED
system has been automatically disen-
gaged due to a fault. An authorized Volvo
retailer should check the system.
Symbols in the instrument panel
The Stability Control indicator light
This light indicates different condi-
tions, depending on how it illumi-
nates.
The Stability Control indicator light illu-
minates for approximately 2 seconds
This indicates that the system is performing a
self-diagnostic test when the ignition is
switched on.
The Stability Control indicator light
flashes
This indicates that the stability system is
actively functioning to help counteract wheel
spin and/or a skid.
The Stability Control indicator light
glows steadily
ANTI SKID SERVICE REQUIRED
played in the text window at the same time.
A fault is indicated in the stability system.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
switch off the engine.
- the
2. Restart the engine.
3. If the indicator light goes out, the fault
was temporary and no further action is
required.
4. If the indicator light remains on, drive to
an authorized Volvo workshop as soon
as possible to have the system
checked.
The Stability Control indicator light
glows steadily
If DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF
the text window at the same time, this is a
reminder that spin control has been disabled
by the driver.
The warning symbol
The warning symbol glows
steadily yellow
The system has been temporarily
switched off due to high brake temperature.
TRACTION CONTROL TEMPORARILY
OFF will be displayed. The system will auto-
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matically switch on again when the brakes
have cooled.
will be dis-
WARNING
The stability system is intended to help
improve driving safety. It supplements, but
can never replace, the driver's judgement
and responsibility when operating the vehi-
cle. Speed and driving style should always
be adapted to traffic and road conditions.
is displayed in
Stability system
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