Instrument an
d
control functions
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Traction control system
The traction control system helps
maintain traction when accelerating on
slippery surfaces, such as unpaved or
wet roads. If sensors detect that the
rear wheel is starting to slip (uncon-
trolled spinning), the traction control
system assists by regulating engine
power until traction is restored.
When traction control has engaged,
the “
” indicator light will flash. You
may notice changes in engine re-
sponse or exhaust sound.
WARNING
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The traction control system is not a
su
b
stitute for ri
d
in
g
appropriately
for the con
d
itions. Traction control
cannot prevent loss of traction
d
ue
to excessive spee
d
when enterin
g
turns, when acceleratin
g
har
d
at a
sharp lean an
g
le, or while
b
rakin
g
,
an
d
cannot prevent front wheel slip-
pin
g
. As with any vehicle, approach
surfaces that may
b
e slippery with
caution an
d
avoi
d
especially slip-
pery surfaces.
Settin
g
the traction control system
When the vehicle is turned on, traction
control is automatically turned on.
To turn the traction control system off,
see page 6-15.
TIP
Turn the traction control system off to
help free the rear wheel if the vehicle
gets stuck in mud, sand, or other soft
surfaces.
1. Front wheel sensor
2. Front wheel sensor rotor
1. Rear wheel sensor
2. Rear wheel sensor rotor
2
1
2
1
1. Traction control system indicator “
”
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