Traction control™ (if equipped), Traction control, Driving – Lincoln 2009 MKZ User Manual

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AdvanceTrac

Features

Button functions

“Sliding car”

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ESC

Traction

Control

Default at start-up

Illuminated

during bulb

check

Enabled

Enabled

Button pressed
momentarily

Illuminated solid

Enabled

Disabled

Button pressed
again after
deactivation

Not illuminated

Enabled

Enabled

TRACTION CONTROL™ (IF EQUIPPED)

The Traction Control™ system helps you maintain the stability and
steerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery road surfaces such as
snow- or ice-covered roads and gravel roads. The system will allow your
vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions.

During Traction Control™ operation,
the traction control active light will
illuminate, you may hear an electric
motor type of sound coming from
the engine compartment, and the
engine may not “rev-up” when you
push further on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior and
should be no reason for concern.

WARNING: 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 a Traction
Control™ event is an indication that at least some of the tires have
exceeded their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.

2009 MKZ (378)
Owners Guide
USA
(fus)

Driving

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