Traction control system warning light (option) – Pontiac 2002 Bonneville User Manual

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Traction Control System Warning
Light (Option)

This warning light should
come on briefly when the
engine is started.

If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it
stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be
a problem with your traction control system and your
vehicle may need service. When this warning light is
on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your
driving accordingly.

The traction control system warning light may come on
for the following reasons:
D If you turn the system off by pressing the

TRACTION CONTROL button located on the
center console, the warning light will come on and
stay on. To turn the system back on, press the
button again. The warning light should go off.
See “Traction Control System” in the Index for
more information.

D If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically

related to traction control, the traction control system
will turn off and the warning light will come on. If
your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control
system will turn off and the warning light will come
on until your brakes cool down.

D If the traction control system is affected by an

engine

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related problem, the system will turn off and

the warning light will come on.

If the traction control system warning light comes on
and stays on for an extended period of time when the
system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

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