Braking In Emergencies; Traction Control System (Tcs) - Isuzu 2008 i290 Owner's Manual

if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave
enough room up ahead to stop, even though you
have ABS.
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down
firmly and let antilock work for you. You might feel the
brakes vibrate or notice some noise, but this is normal.

Braking in Emergencies

With ABS, you can steer and brake at the same time. In
many emergencies, steering can help you more than
even the very best braking.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System (TCS)
that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in
slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it
senses that one or both of the rear wheels are
spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this
happens, the system reduces engine power and may
also upshift the transmission to limit wheel spin.
You may feel or hear the system working, but this is
normal.
The TCS warning light will also flash to indicate that the
traction control system is active.
2008 - Isuzu 290/370 Owner Manual
The light will also illuminate when the traction control
system is turned off, and a TRAC OFF message will also
appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-39 for more
information.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction
control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise
control will automatically disengage. When road
conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may
re-engage the cruise control. See Cruise Control
on page 3-10.
This warning light will
come on to let you know if
there is a problem with
your traction control
system.
The TCS button is located
on your instrument panel.
Press this button to
turn the TCS off and on.
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