Brake Assist; Ride Control Systems Traction Control; System (Tcs) - Chevrolet 2012 Malibu Owner's Manual

Brake Assist

This vehicle has a brake assist
feature designed to assist the driver
in stopping or decreasing vehicle
speed in emergency driving
conditions. This feature uses the
stability system hydraulic brake
control module to supplement
the power brake system under
conditions where the driver has
quickly and forcefully applied the
brake pedal in an attempt to quickly
stop or slow down the vehicle.
The stability system hydraulic brake
control module increases brake
pressure at each corner of the
vehicle until the ABS activates.
Minor brake pedal pulsation or
pedal movement during this time
is normal and the driver should
continue to apply the brake pedal
as the driving situation dictates.
The brake assist feature will
automatically disengage when the
brake pedal is released or brake
pedal pressure is quickly
decreased.
Ride Control Systems
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 if it
senses that one or both of the front
wheels are spinning or beginning to
lose traction. When this happens,
the system brakes the spinning
wheel(s) and/or reduces engine
power to limit wheel spin.
The system may be heard or
felt while it is working, but this
is normal.
Driving and Operating
The Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) indicator light flashes to
indicate that the traction control
system is active.
This warning light comes on if
there is a problem with the traction
control system.
See Traction Off Light on page 4‑25.
When this warning light is on, the
system does not limit wheel spin.
Adjust your driving accordingly.
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, TCS
can be turned off if needed.
Notice: Do not repeatedly brake
or accelerate heavily when TCS is
off. The vehicle's driveline could
be damaged.
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