All-wheel drive (awd) system, Stabilitrak, System – Pontiac 2009 Vibe User Manual

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To turn the systems back on,
press the

g

switch again. If both

systems are turned off, they will not
turn back on automatically when
vehicle speed increases.

If the VSC OFF light flashes,
there is a problem in the traction
control system or StabiliTrak.

Adding non-GM accessories can
affect your vehicle’s performance.
See Accessories and Modifications
on page 9-3
Accessories and
Modifications for more information.

All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
System

If your vehicle has this feature,
engine power is sent to all four
wheels all the time. This is like
four-wheel drive, but it is fully
automatic.

StabiliTrak

®

System

Your vehicle has StabiliTrak. This
system helps provide integrated
control of systems such as the
Antilock Brake System, traction
control and engine control. This
system automatically controls the
brakes and engine to help prevent
the vehicle from skidding when
cornering on a slippery road surface
or turning the steering wheel
abruptly.

This system activates when your
vehicle speed reaches or exceeds
9 mph (15 km/h), and deactivates
when the vehicle speed reduces to
below 9 mph (15 km/h).

You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for a few seconds
when the engine is started or just
after the vehicle begins to move.
This means that the system is in
the self-check mode, but does not
indicate a problem.

If the vehicle is going to skid during
driving, the traction control system
warning light flashes and an alarm
sounds intermittently. Adjust your
driving accordingly.

To turn off both the traction control
system and StabiliTrak, press
and hold the

g

switch while the

vehicle is stopped.

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Driving and Operating

2009 - Pontiac Vibe Owner Manual

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