Traction Control
You can switch the system off by either
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
using the information display controls or
the switch.
The traction control system helps avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
Using the Information Display
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
Controls
You can switch this feature off or on in the
information display. See General
Information (page 110).
Using a Switch (If Equipped)
Use the traction control switch on the
instrument panel to switch the system off
or on.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
System Indicator Lights and
WARNING: The stability and
traction control light illuminates steadily
if the system detects a failure. Make sure
you did not manually disable the traction
control system using the information
display controls or the switch. If the
stability control and traction control light
is still illuminating steadily, have the
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with
the traction control disabled could lead
to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.
Messages
The stability and traction control
light:
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Temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up.
Flashes when a driving condition
activates either of the systems.
Illuminates if a problem occurs in either
of the systems.
The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates
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on engine start-up and stays on
The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.
when you switch the traction control
system off.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note: When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active.
Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information
display showing system status.
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Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
