Traction Control System - Renault Scenic 2002 Owner's Manual

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

This system helps to limit skidding
of the drive wheels and to control
the vehicle when pulling away or
accelerating.
This function
additional aid in the
event of critical driving
conditions to allow the
behaviour
vehicle to be adapted to the
driving conditions.
However, the function does not
take the place of the driver. It
does not increase the vehicle's
limitations and should
encourage you to drive more
quickly.
It can, thus, under
circumstances replace
vigilance or responsibility of the
driver when manoeuvring the
vehicle (the driver must always
be aware of sudden incidents
which may occur when driving).
2.20
is an
of the
Operating principle
The system uses sensors in the
wheels to constantly measure and
not compare the speed of the drive
wheels and prevents them spinning.
If a wheel is tending to skid, the
no system brakes automatically until
the the drive
compatible with the level of grip.
1
delivered becomes
The system also adjusts the engine
speed to the grip available under the
wheels, independently of the force
applied to the accelerator pedal.
When the function is in operation,
warning light 1 flashes.