The AdvanceTrac
y
on/off control
button allows the driver to control
the availability of the Traction
Control
y
and AdvanceTrac
y
system. This is independent of the
ABS function, which
CANNOT
be
switched off by the driver. The
AdvanceTrac
y
system status is
indicated by a warning indicator
light with a “sliding car” icon in the
instrument cluster that will flash
when the system is active and an indicator light in the control button
that will illuminate when the system is turned OFF. In vehicles with a
message center (if equipped), the message “ADVANCETRAC OFF” is
displayed. If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac
y
system the
warning indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay ON. If the
warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains ON while the
engine is running, have the system serviced immediately.
The AdvanceTrac
y
system continually monitors and checks all sensors
used in improving the stability of the vehicle. Some drivers may notice a
slight movement of the brake pedal when the system checks itself.
During AdvanceTrac
y
operation you may experience the following:
•
A rumble or grinding sound much like ABS or Traction Control
y
•
A slight deceleration or a reduction in the acceleration of the vehicle
•
The AdvanceTrac
y
indicator light will flash
•
If your foot is on the brake pedal, you will feel a vibration in the pedal
much like ABS. As with any vehicle equipped with four-wheel ABS, do
not pump the brakes, but instead, press firmly on the pedal.
•
If the condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake
pedal will move to apply higher brake forces. You may also hear a
whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe
condition.
All these conditions are normal during AdvanceTrac
y
operation.
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal
injury or property damage. The occurrence of an AdvanceTrac
y
event
is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their
ability to grip the road and that you may lose control of the vehicle. If
you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.
OFF
ATS
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