Driver Mode Control - Cadillac ATS Owner's Manual

appropriate DIC message displays.
See Ride Control System Messages
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To turn TCS on again, press and
release the button. The Traction
Off light displayed in the
instrument cluster will turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when
the button is pressed, the system
will not turn off until the wheels stop
spinning.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold the button until
the Traction Off light and
StabiliTrak OFF light come on
and stay on in the instrument
cluster. The appropriate DIC
message displays. See Ride Control
System Messages 0 143.
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
again, press and release the
button. The Traction Off light
StabiliTrak OFF light in the
instrument cluster turn off.
Adding accessories can affect the
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and Modifications
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Driver Mode Control

Driver Mode Control attempts to add
a sportier feel, provide a more
comfortable ride, or assist in
different weather conditions or
terrain. This system simultaneously
changes the software calibration of
various sub-systems. Depending on
the option package, available
features, and mode selected, the
suspension, steering, and
powertrain will change calibrations
to achieve the desired mode
characteristics. If the vehicle is
equipped with Magnetic Ride
Control, selecting the various Driver
Modes adjusts the ride of the
vehicle to enhance the ride
performance for the road conditions
and the selected mode.
and
The Driver Mode Control has three
or four modes: Tour, Sport, Snow/
Ice, and Track (LF4 Only). Snow/Ice
mode is only available on automatic
Driving and Operating
transmission vehicles. Press and
release the MODE button (ATS) or
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press the or button (ATS/V)
on the center console to activate the
mode menu in the cluster. The first
press of the button will show the
current mode. Subsequent presses
will scroll though the available
modes. The Tour and Sport modes
will feel similar on a smooth road.
Select a new setting whenever
driving conditions change.
Tour Mode
Use for normal city and highway
driving to provide a smooth,
soft ride.
Sport Mode
Use where road conditions or
personal preference demand a more
controlled response.
When selected, the Sport mode
indicator will display in the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
When in Sport or Track mode, the
vehicle will shift automatically but
may hold a lower gear longer than it
would in the normal driving mode
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