PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
WARNING:
Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction
and wheel or tire size may change the handling characteristics of your
vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceTrac®
system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with
and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac® system. Install any aftermarket
stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, the
tunnel, and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering
with the AdvanceTrac® sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the
AdvanceTrac® system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
WARNING:
Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It is always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTrac® system is an indication that at least
some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting
in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
If your AdvanceTrac® system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The AdvanceTrac® system helps you keep control of your vehicle when
on a slippery surface. The electronic stability control portion of the
system helps avoid skids and lateral slides and the traction control
system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. See the
Traction Control
chapter for details on traction control system
operation.
Stability Control
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2014 MKT
(mkt)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, December 2013
USA
(fus)