Traction Control System (Tcs) - Mazda 626 Owner's Manual

Driving Your Mazda
Traction Control System
(TCS)*
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by
regulating engine torque. When the
TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it
lowers engine torque to prevent loss of
traction.
This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to
provide optimum power to the drive
wheels without causing them to spin
and lose traction.
5-16
*Some models.
Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
114-1A1E
! WARNING
TCS and Unsafe Driving:
The traction control system (TCS)
cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving, excessive
speed, tailgating (following
another vehicle too closely), and
hydroplaning (reduced tire
friction and road contact because
of water on the road surface). You
can still have an accident. So
don't rely on the traction control
system as a substitute for safe
driving.
! WARNING
TCS and Snow and Ice:
Driving without proper traction
devices on snow- and ice-covered
roads is dangerous. The traction
control system (TCS) alone
cannot provide adequate traction
and you could still have an
accident. Use snow tires or tires
chains and drive at reduced
speeds when roads are covered
with ice and snow.