2018-Navigator-Owners-Manual

Traction Control

Switching the System On and Off You can switch traction control on and off through the information display controls. See General Information (page 122). When you switch the system off, a message and an illuminated icon appear on the instrument cluster. Switch traction control on again to return the system to normal operations. Note: Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions regarding this feature. See Principle of Operation (page 67). System Indicator Lights and Messages The stability and traction control light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and flashes: • When a driving condition activates either of the systems. • If a problem occurs in either of the systems. E138639

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. 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.

USING TRACTION CONTROL

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. The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on. 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.

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Navigator (TB9) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201708, First Printing