Descent Control System (Dcs) - Chevrolet Captiva Owner's Manual

if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice,
or snow, and you want to "rock" the
vehicle to attempt to free it.
If cruise control is being used when
ESC activates, the cruise control
automatically disengages. The cruise
control can be re-engaged when road
conditions allow. See Cruise Control on
page 8-34.
Traction Control System (TCS)*
The vehicle has a Traction Control
System that limits wheel spin. This is
especially useful in slippery road
conditions. The system operates only if
it senses that any of the drive wheels are
spinning or beginning to lose traction.
When this happens, TCS applies the
brakes to limit wheel spin and also
reduces engine power. The system may
be heard or felt while it is working, but
this is normal.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)*
The system helps prevent rollback
when driving away on hill. When
depress the accelerator pedal after
release the brake pedal on hill, the
brakes remain on for approximately 2
seconds.
Active Rollover Protection (ARP)*
This function is part of the ESC system.
When the vehicle moves in an extremely
unstable manner, this function helps the
vehicle maintain normal stability.
Caution
When the ESC system activates to
correct the vehicle stability, reduce the
speed and pay extra attention to the
road.
The ESC system is only a supplemen-
tary device for the vehicle. When the
vehicle exceeds its physical limits, it
cannot be controlled. Do not rely on
the system. Keep driving safely.
When the ESC is applied, you may
hear some noise or feel a vibration
from the brake pedal or other relevant
system. They are caused by pressure
changes in the relevant systems.
Driving and Operating 8-33
DESCENT CONTROL SYSTEM
(DCS)*
The Descent Control System (DCS)
allows the vehicle to travel at a low
speed without applying the brake.
The vehicle will automatically deceler-
ate to a low speed and remain there when
DCS is turned on.
Use only when descending steep grades
while driving off-road. Do not use
when driving on normal road surfaces.
Some noise or vibration from the brake
system may be heard or felt when DCS
is active. This is normal.