This light flashes on the
instrument panel cluster
when the ESC system is
on and activated.
ESC activates when the computer senses a
discrepancy between the intended path and the
direction the vehicle is actually traveling. ESC
selectively applies braking pressure at any one of the
vehicle's brakes to help steer the vehicle in the intended
direction.
When the system activates, an ESC ACTIVE message
displays on the Driver Information Center. See
DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4
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48
. This light also
flashes on the instrument panel cluster when the ESC
system is on and activated. Noise or vibration may be
felt in the brake pedal. This is normal. Continue to steer
the vehicle in the desired direction.
When the light is on solid and the message(s),
SERVICE ESC, ESC OFF, or both display, the system
will not assist the driver in maintaining directional
control of the vehicle. Adjust your driving accordingly.
See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4
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48
.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is
automatically enabled whenever the vehicle is started.
To assist the driver with vehicle directional control,
especially in slippery road conditions, always leave the
system on. ESC can be turned off if needed.
If the vehicle is in cruise control when the system
begins to assist the driver maintain directional control of
the vehicle, the ESC/TCS light will flash and the cruise
control will automatically disengage. The cruise control
can be re-engaged when road conditions allow. See
Cruise Control on page 4
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8
.
The ESC/TCS button is
located on the instrument
panel.
The traction control system can be turned off or back
on by pressing the ESC/TCS button. To disable both
traction control and ESC, press and hold the button
from five to ten seconds.
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Summary of Contents for 2006 HHR
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Page 9: ...Instrument Panel 1 2 ...
Page 49: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 2 16 ...
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Page 321: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 6 18 ...
Page 444: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 15 ...
Page 445: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 16 ...
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