Traction Control System (Tcs) - Acura 2004 NSX Owner's Manual

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Your Acura is equipped with a
Traction Control System (TCS). TCS
assists you in maintaining traction
while accelerating on slippery
surfaces. It does this by regulating
the engine's power output when it
senses either of the drive wheels
starting to spin. This increases the
vehicle's traction and directional
stability on loose or slippery road
surfaces.
Driving with TCS requires no special
skills or technique. The TCS does
not affect braking, and cannot pre-
vent skidding if you enter a corner
too fast. It is still your responsibility
to drive at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
TCS INDICATOR LIGHT
When driving on a loose or slippery
road surface, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the
accelerator in the same way it does
at other times. This is a sign the TCS
is activating. You will see the TCS
indicator light flash.

Traction Control System (TCS)

You should still install winter tires on
your vehicle during the winter.
Exercise the same caution in winter
driving as you would if your vehicle
was not equipped with TCS.
Driving with the folding spare tire
(see page 181 ) installed may
activate the TCS. You may want to
turn the system off under this
condition.
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Driving