Traction Control; Principle Of Operation; Using Traction Control - Lincoln 2014 MKZ Owner's Manual

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The traction control system helps
avoid drive wheel spin and loss of
traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the
system applies the brakes to
individual wheels and, when needed,
reduces engine power at the same
time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose
surfaces, the system reduces engine
power in order to increase traction.
USING TRACTION
CONTROL
In certain situations (for example,
stuck in snow or mud), turning the
traction control off may be beneficial
as this allows the wheels to spin with
full engine power. Turn off the traction
control system through the
information display. See General
Information (page 101).

Traction Control

System Indicator Lights and
Messages
the stability control light will
illuminate steadily. Verify that the
AdvanceTrac system was not
manually disabled through the
information display. If the stability
control light still illuminates steadily,
have the system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
Operating your vehicle with
AdvanceTrac disabled could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
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when a driving condition activates the
stability system.
when you turn the traction control
system off.
When you turn the traction control
system off or on, a message appears
in the information display showing
system status.
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WARNING
If a failure has been detected
within the AdvanceTrac system,
The stability control light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and flashes
The stability control off light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and stays on