Ford Falcon (FG) 2010, Manual

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Stability control
• Traction control
The traction control system is configured
to limit excessive wheel spin beyond
a predetermined level. Below that
level it will not prevent wheel spin from
occurring to ensure the system is not
overly sensitive to small amounts of
wheel spin that may occur during take
off or conditions where small amounts of
wheel spin are desired to gain traction on
loose surfaces such as gravel.
• Engine power reduction
Used in conjunction with both the
stability enhancement and traction
control components to reduce available
engine power and prevent any further
increase in vehicle or wheel speed while
the system is being actuated.
Switching DSC on
The DSC system is automatically
activated and defaults to “ON” mode
when the engine is started. Should the
DSC be switched off at any time (see
Switching DSC OFF) the system can be
switched back on by a single press of
the DSC button. The DSC icon on the
instrument cluster will flash when the
system is acting to control the vehicle’s
traction and/or stability.
If you are not sure which DSC mode
is active, it is recommended you bring
the vehicle to a safe halt, completely
turn the engine off (key turned back
to “0” position) and restart the vehicle,
returning to the default mode of
operation (DSC ON).
DSC OFF (System disabled)
WARNINGS
Do not switch the DSC system
OFF unless you wish to disable the
DSC stability enhancement and traction
control feature completely.
Since DSC is an active safety
system, it is recommended that
the system remain fully operational to aid
with adverse driving conditions, should
they be unexpectedly encountered.
Switching DSC OFF
To switch the DSC system OFF press
the DSC button until the DSC icon
illuminates. The DSC icon will remain on
when the button is released. DSC can be
switched back ON by pressing the DSC
button until the DSC icon extinguishes.
Tips for driving vehicles fitted with
DSC
• It is recommended that the DSC
is left switched ON (Refer ‘DSC
“ON” Mode’ section). This helps
to maintain steering and braking
control of your vehicle.
• If the DSC system warning lamp
comes on (and stays on) stop and
restart the vehicle. If the lamp does
not go out the system needs to
be serviced by an Authorised Ford
Dealer.