Ride Control Systems Traction Control; System (Tcs) - Chevrolet 2011 Camaro Owner's Manual

9-38 Driving and Operating
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control

System (TCS)

The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) that limits wheel spin.
The system utilizes engine and
braking controls to control wheel
spin during acceleration at all
driving speeds for maximum driver
control regardless of conditions.
When the system senses impending
wheel slip during acceleration,
it signals the throttle control
to reduce drive wheel torque.
Under extreme situations, such
as going from pavement to ice
during acceleration, the system
will selectively apply the brakes to
maintain control. The system may
be heard or felt while it is working,
but this is normal.
The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light
flashes when the traction control
system is limiting wheel spin.
The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light
comes on solid if there is a problem
with the traction control system.
See Traction Control System (TCS)/
®
StabiliTrak Light on page 5 22 for
more information. If the light stays
on, see your dealer for service.
When the TCS/StabiliTrak warning
light is on, the system will not limit
wheel spin. Adjust your driving
accordingly.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
TCS automatically comes on
whenever the vehicle is started.
To limit wheel spin, especially in
slippery road conditions, the system
should always be left on, but it may
be necessary to turn the system off
if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud,
or snow and rocking the vehicle is
required. Also, turn TCS off while
in deep snow or on loose gravel,
to assist vehicle motion at lower
speeds. See If the Vehicle is Stuck
on page 9 12 for more information.
See also Winter Driving on
page 9 10 for information on using
TCS when driving in snowy or icy
conditions.