Steering - Chevrolet 2006 Monte Carlo Owner's Manual

See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46. When
this message appears, the system will not limit wheel
spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road
conditions, you should always leave the Traction Control
System on. But you can turn the system off if you
ever need to.
You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets
stuck in sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle
is required. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,
Ice or Snow on page 4-28.
When you turn the system off, a chime will sound and a
TRACTION CONTROL OFF message will appear in
the DIC. If the Traction Control System is limiting wheel
spin when you press the button to turn the system
off, the traction control system warning light will come
on and the system will turn off right away.
4-10
To turn the system off or
on, press the traction
control button located near
the exterior lamp control.
You can turn the system back on at any time by
pressing the button again. The Traction Control System
warning light should go off.
Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's
performance. See Accessories and Modifications
on page 5-3 for more information.

Steering

Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but
it will take much more effort.
Steering Tips
It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on
the news happen on curves.
Here is why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to
the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
The traction of the tires against the road surface makes
it possible for the vehicle to change its path when
you turn the front wheels. If there is no traction, inertia
will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If
you have ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you
will understand this.