FORD 2009 Focus v.2 - Manual (Page 172)

ADVANCETRAC ா STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the 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’s 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.
WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the
AdvanceTrac
௡ system, the Љsliding carЉ icon
will illuminate
steadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac
௡ system is not manually disabled
(push the AdvanceTrac
௡ “Off “ button located on the center of the
instrument panel). If the
Љsliding carЉ icon
still illuminates steadily,
have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately.
Your vehicle may be equipped with the AdvanceTrac
௡ system. The
AdvanceTrac
௡ system provides the following stability enhancement
features for certain driving situations:
• Traction Control (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel
spin and loss of traction.
2009 Focus (foc)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
Driving
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