Traction Control; Principle Of Operation; Using Traction Control - Lincoln 2013 MKZ Owner's Manual

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The traction control system helps
avoid drive wheel spin and loss of
traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the
system applies the brakes to
individual wheels and, when needed,
reduces engine power at the same
time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose
surfaces, the system reduces engine
power in order to increase traction.
USING TRACTION
CONTROL
In certain situations (e.g. stuck in snow
or mud), turning the traction control
off may be beneficial as this allows
the wheels to spin with full engine
power. Turn off the traction control
system through the information
display. See General Information
(page 100).

Traction Control

System Indicator Lights and
Messages
the stability control light will
illuminate steadily. Verify that the
AdvanceTrac system was not
manually disabled through the
information display. If the stability
control light still illuminates steadily,
have the system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
Operating your vehicle with
AdvanceTrac disabled could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
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when a driving condition activates the
stability system.
when the traction control system is
turned off.
When the traction control system is
turned off or on, a message appears
in the information display showing
system status.
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WARNING
If a failure has been detected
within the AdvanceTrac system,
The stability control light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and flashes
The stability control off light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and stays on