Chevrolet 2000 Cavalier Owner's Manual page 184

United States
When the transaxle shift lever is in any position other
than FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and the parking brake
is fully released, this warning light will come on to let
you know if there's a problem with the system. See
"Enhanced Traction System Warning Light" in the
Index. When this warning light is on, the system will
not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
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The Enhanced Traction System can operate when
the transaxle shift lever is in any position other than
FIRST (1) or SECOND (2). To limit wheel spin,
especially in slippery road conditions, you should use
REVERSE (R), THIRD (3) or OVERDRIVE (
See "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. (If your
vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow,
see "Rocking Your Vehicle" in the Index.)
Canada
When you move the shift lever to FIRST (1) or
SECOND (2), the system will turn off. The Enhanced
Traction System warning light will come on and stay on.
If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin
when you move the shift lever to another position, the
system won't turn off right away. It will wait until
there's no longer a current need to limit wheel spin.
You can turn the system back on at any time by moving
the shift lever to any position other than FIRST (1) or
SECOND (2). The Enhanced Traction System warning
light should go off.
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